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Parents and students will protest against the potential closure of North Elmsley Public School in Perth this Friday.

The rally will be held in front of the Perth constituency office of Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington MPP Randy Hillier, at 105 Dufferin St., at 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18.

Hillier, who is opposed to the possible school closing, is scheduled to meet with the concerned parents from Port Elmsley in Drummond/North Elmsley Township. Further protests from parents at other schools facing possible closure are being planned for the future.

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The new, dry stone bridge was just the beginning to the old Mill Street swimming hole's renaissance.

Brian Rauwerda and Ashley Cochrane of Terrascapes Landscape and Design, presented their plans for a revitalized area which could host wedding receptions to art shows to free family movie nights, across the road from Stewart Park, during Perth town council's committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

"How do we take this place and make it an enticing place?" asked Cochrane.

The duo listed off the challenges facing the area, including an unappealing view from Mill Street, an "out-dated and dull" maintenance building, little connection to the surrounding Laurie Weir/Metroland area, and a further disconnect with the town's heritage feel.

Perth Mayor John Fenik lays a wreath Nov. 11 on behalf of the town The company has several during the Remembrance Day service at the Great War Memorial. ideas regarding the heritage

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building, as shown in their PowerPoint presentation, including: • Concrete block exterior updated with board and batten; • Interior renovations to make it a usable preparation space; • Enhanced to create a more pleasing view from Mill Street; • Addition of a kitchen for catering small events; • New gable overhang to provide shelter at concession window; and, • Expansion of existing surround concrete deck to create areas for seating and concession use.

The proposed project's biggest idea, which will forever change the look of the area, is for an amphitheatre on the grassy slope leading down from Mill Street to the concrete platform. This grassy area is "currently unusable," said Cochrane. This will create: • Permanent seating for informal gatherings as well as organized performances.

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United Way Lanark County to join forces with United Ways in the region United Way Lanark County announced Nov. 14 that its board members have agreed in principle to a new collaboration – amalgamating with United Ways in Prescott-Russell, Ottawa and Renfrew County.

After amalgamation, all funds raised locally, will continue to be invested locally to help Lanark County and Smiths Falls' most vulnerable.

On Dec. 5, all four United Ways will hold separate special meetings in each community and invite members to support this new collaboration and amalgamation.

United Way Lanark County will hold its meeting at 7 p.m. at Beckwith Township offices, council chambers, 1702 9th Line, Beckwith Township.

“Our board of directors is very supportive while we continue to maintain our focus on supporting

people in Lanark County and Smith Falls,” said Fraser Scantlebury, executive director of United Way Lanark County.

“This collaboration is an opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences to tackle common issues that all our communities’ face.”

Each United Way will continue to reflect their locally established identity using their current names. The funds raised by each United Way will continue to be invested to support people in their respective communities.

Local staff and volunteers will maintain control over investment decisions to support their community's most vulnerable people.

“As we join forces, we can address the critical issues facing our communities while maintaining a strong and active presence in our local re-

gion,” said Helen McIntosh, board chair, United Way Lanark County.

“Collectively we believe we can engage more donors, advocates, and volunteers to help support our work.

Together, we will build a better future for the communities we serve.”

As a result of this collaboration and amalgamation, all four United Ways will be able to access each other's knowledge and expertise.

Once ratified by members, all four United Ways will be able to share resources including IT technology, fundraising tools, marketing materials, community development research and more.

For more information about the special meeting, please contact info@lanarkunitedway.com or call 613-253-9074.

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CFUW delves into The Group of Seven at Nov. 21 meeting The Group of Seven painters are Canada's artists. The group formed in 1920 to break free from the European traditions in art. They wanted to create a Canadian identity in art.

Their work certainly reflects the Canadian spirit.

But what inspired this group?

Where did they paint? What were the painters like as people as well as artists?

The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Perth and District welcomes everyone to join us at our monthly educational and informative evening as we learn about the lives and work of The Group of Seven.

Please join us on Monday, Nov. 21 at the Royal Canadian Legion

building at 26 Beckwith Street East in Perth at 7:00 pm to learn more about this famous group of painters. You will meet Jim and Sue Waddington who have been on a quest to locate the places that inspired The Group of Seven painters and Tom Thompson.

Jim and Sue particularly liked to search for sites accessible only by canoe and on foot. Besides sharing photographs, they will discuss how they found these painting sites and what they learned about the painters.

Mark Monday Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. on your calendar and be sure to come enjoy this interesting and dynamic presentation. CFUW Perth and District welcomes you. Jim and

Sue Waddington have published a book of their studies and travels regarding the Group of Seven. In the Footsteps of the Group of Seven will be available for sale after the presentation.

CFUW is an organization of women, linked locally, nationally and internationally to promote quality education, encourage participation in public affairs and improve the status of girls and women, all in an atmosphere of cooperation, fun and friendship.

More information about CFUW Perth and District is available on our website: www.cfuw-perth-district.com.

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The 10th annual Build A Mountain of Food campaign kicked off in Carleton Place and Almonte on Nov. 12. Over the past nine years, the annual campaign has brought in 555,552 pounds of food for 11 area food banks, including The Hunger Stops in Carleton Place. All food and cash donated in each community along the campaign trail stays in that community. The six-week campaign will head to Perth and Lanark this coming weekend. Pictured, Mitchell’s Independent owner Jeff Mitchell (right) presents the Lanark County Food Bank volunteers Dale (left) and Sylvie Powell (center) with a cheque for $1,000. Mitchell’s Independent also subsidized the pre-packaged bags available for customers to donate.

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It was a stellar to the Town and Country Chrysler Build a Mountain of Food campaign as it opened the floodgates Saturday in Almonte and Carleton Place.

"It was a nice start, and we had a great day for it," said Hugh Colton, the man behind the mountain, who helps support 11 communities in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville with this six-week food drive. This year's campaign is in its 10th season.

But Colton said he couldn't do it without the support.

"It's been so successful because of the people," he said.

"Everyone supports it."

So far, this mountainous event has accumulated more than a half-million pounds of food and $270,000 cash over the past nine years - with last Saturday's totals added to the mix.

"We had 15,100 pounds of food and $2,740 in cash from Carleton Place and Almonte," Colton said. "We had tremendous support from the participating grocery stores."

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The Build a Mountain of Food campaign made its first stop in Almonte and Carleton on Saturday Nov. 19. Here, shoppers and staff at Patrice’s YIG help package boxes of food for the drive.

Giant Tiger in Carleton Place were first on the list of pitstops.

The Almonte high school also got in on the action this year for the first time, collecting more than 1,000 pounds of food, which were added to the mix.

These food and cash collections go to the Lanark County Food Bank's Hunger Stop.

Colton also had a new helper for delivers to the food bank.

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of his staff members, and was able to ship all the food to the food bank all day long," Colton said. "He must have worked from first thing in the morning until about 6 p.m."

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The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Perth and District will host their 11th annual Heritage Perth & District Christmas House Tour throughout Perth and the surrounding area Dec. 3 and 4. Eight homes will be featured during the weekend, including, clockwise from top left: 14 Mill Street, currently owned by Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston MP Scott Reid and his wife Robin; converted two-room schoolhouse at 3205 Concession 8A in Balderson; a red brick reproduction farmhouse at 1005 Harper Road; and 1389 Highway 511 in Balderson.

Heritage Perth & District Christmas House Tour celebrates history and the holidays this Dec. 3 and 4

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The holidays and heritage homes go together like salt and pepper, something the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Perth and District have proven for the past 11 years with their Heritage Perth & District Christmas House Tour.

The 2016 edition of the tour is set to unfold throughout Perth and the area Saturday, Dec. 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on both days. Eight heritage style homes will be featured, noted Heritage Perth & District Christmas House Tour chair Mary Rothfels, which ties in perfectly as the 200th anniversary of the Perth Military Settlement winds down.

“We’re trying to make this year special because of the (200th) anniversary...it’s nice to bring in a theme,” she remarked. “There’s a focus on heritage and heritage-like homes rather than anything modern and Perth is the perfect setting this year with all of its beautiful heritage buildings.”

“Every house that we pick is wonderful in a different way,” Rothfels added.

The tour, which draws visitors from as far as Ottawa and Kingston each year, lovingly stages the homes by pairing a designer and florist to transform the spaces into warm winter dwellings.

“We work with what the homeowners have and their ideas and bring them to life. At some homes, people will be in costume and kilts to show off their Scottish heritage,” Rothfels said.

Live music and refreshments are offered at stops as well.

The homes While all of the homes are breathtaking, Rothfels said the signature house on the tour this year is 41 Mill Street, known as Haggart House and currently owned by Lanark-FrontenacKingston MP Scott Reid and his wife Robin. Constructed in 1837, this home has it all: beautiful setting, bold architectural details and craftsmanship making it one visitors won’t soon forget. A spacious foyer and high ceilings, along with price-

less antiques make this a grand home. Sponsored by Embers and styled by Hay Design and Stonehouse Girl, with florals provided by Hidden Garden Floral Designs, the space will be elegantly decorated for Christmas.

“This was the home of a brewer back in the day of distillery and its whole history is well-documented,” Rothfels stated. “...(Scott and Robin) have been really gracious about opening their home up to every kind of charitable event in the area.”

With two dazzling Christmas trees and two designers at the helm, she said “this one is going to be drop dead gorgeous because of the bones of that building and how much care the homeowners have taken reflects that.”

Situated at 3205 Concession 8A in Balderson originated as a two-room schoolhouse circa 1800s, but has been transformed into an industrial-modern home. Large windows, a vaulted ceiling and open-concept interior offers expansive See HOUSE TOUR page 6

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Otter, Hutton creeks hazard mapping public open house Dec. 7 Members of the public are invited to an upcoming open house to review hazard maps. The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) has completed draft hazard mapping for Otter Creek (from Otter Lake outlet to the Rideau River) and Hutton Creek (from the Motts Mills Dam to its confluence with Otter Creek).

The Otter-Hutton hazard mapping public open house will take place Dec. 7 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the South Elmsley Municipal Complex, 441 Highway 15 in Lombardy.

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FreshCo in Carleton Place also played host to Lanark County Food Bank volunteers during the Build A Mountain of Food campaign kick-off on Nov. 12.

Above, volunteers Renny Darragh and Suzanne MacLennan handed out wishlists for the food bank and collect donations from generous shoppers. The pre-packaged bags of food available for purchase at Giant Tiger in Carleton Place were also subsidized.

From left, Giant Tiger employee Jamie Parent, food bank volunteer Alexis McKeen, Giante Tiger employee Madison Mitchell and food bank volunteer Josee McKeen.

These maps are typically known as "floodplain mapping," but they also show areas that are prone to natural hazards such as flooding, erosion and natural environment features such as wetlands. The mapping will be used by the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley, the Township of Rideau Lakes and the conservation authority when updating Official Plans and zoning schedules and in the review of other related Planning Act applications. RVCA will also use this mapping to guide the review of development applications sub-

mitted under the "Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation."

The goal of this mapping is to help ensure that sound planning decisions are made -keeping people and property safe. Accurate engineered hazard mapping is the foundation of effective floodplain and resource management.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend the open houses and/or provide comments on the draft mapping. Local residents are encouraged to share their knowledge to help the

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views to the rural landscape outside. A gallery also runs the full length of the living room exterior walls. Decor for this simple, yet stylish home will be handled by Sam Callaghan of The House Whisperer and the florist is Hillside Gardens. It is being sponsored by Perth Planing Mill Supply.

“It was a schoolhouse and a community centre...and the current owner pulled it away from the road and used it as a woodworking studio for many years,” she noted. “It’s a special space and a humble looking building from the outside, but wait until you step inside.”

The former Crossroads Tea Room is located at 1389 Highway 511 in Balderson. A pretty Victorian brick home built in 1899 features a stained glass window, along with many other historic and architectural aspects which have been lovingly preserved. Perth Home Furniture is sponsoring and decorating the home for the tour, while the florist will be Sweet Pea’s Fresh Flowers.

“The owner runs the tea room in town and is very keen to take on a high tea atmosphere in their home,” Rothfels said.

A new build, 1005 Harper Road is a red brick reproduction farmhouse constructed in 1992. A wrap-around veranda with gingerbread adds character and romance, coupled with the pretty rural setting. Visitors can expect a surprise inside.

Instead of a country aesthetic, the decor is finely furnished, creating a bright and airy space.

Sponsored by OMYA Canada, Kelly’s Flowers will use holiday accents and florals to decorate the home.

“This home has a lovely big fireplace and it’s really got the best of both worlds,” Rothfels explained. “It was built new, but was customized to add more windows, more light and more views. You wouldn’t know it was new unless you got up close.”

Haddon Hall Farm at 1330 Barrie’s Side Road, which harkens back to the days of the Highland cottage, was built by the Campbell family in the early 1800s. The traditional farmhouse was restored by its new owners, with a focus on maintaining features and the character of the historic home, including the original tin roof. It will be styled for the holidays by Art & Class Studio Boutique with florals from The Blossom Shop. Finnegan Insurance Brokers Ltd. is this home’s sponsor.

“The great room opens up with the original hearth and built-in cupboards,” she said.

“There’s a farmhouse atmosphere with donkeys and horses in the backyard.”

Another stone farmhouse can be found on the tour at 2174 Scotch Line Road. Also an early 1800s construction, renovations have re-imagined the space with a warm and contemporary feel. Reclaimed wide-planked floors, a heritage

stone fireplace and modern kitchen are focal points. Sponsored by Decorating by Design, the holiday decor will be provided by the homeowner, while Gemmell’s Flowers will contribute florals.

“This home has a classic, symmetrical facade,” Rothfels commented. “The homeowners have done an amazing job in restoring this farmhouse...so much loving care has gone into the restoration of that home.”

Whimsical and quaint best describes 54 Halton Street in Perth. The blue-grey board and batten style siding draws visitors in to the minimalist interior with eclectic decor. Built in 1978, the homeowner’s personal works of art can be found throughout the home. Sponsored by A&B Ford, Mariposa Design will prepare the space for the holidays, handling both decor and florals.

“This home has such lovely entertainment spaces,” she said.

“It’s another newer build in a traditional style.”

Set along the Tay River is 32 Beckwith Street East, an 1880s heritage home. Inside, bold colours and design showcase the imaginations of homeowners through Asian and African furnishings. Of note, back in 1820 Father Lamothe, Perth’s first Catholic priest resided on the property.

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e understand the reality of e-commerce and how governments are following the private sectors and doing more of their business online. Perhaps some of us should consider handling our sticker renewals on the computer rather than trying to get to a Service Ontario outlet before it closes on weekday afternoons or lining up at the few locations open on Sunday.

We continue to have difficulty, though, accepting the government’s line when it comes to the so-called gradual increases in sticker renewal fees. Going from $74 to $120 in five years after an extended period with no price hikes (and while the party in power was the same as it is now) conflicts with our perception of gradual.

We maintain that most Ontario motorists are willing to pay their fair share and accept fee increases when the business case can be made. To suggest the money is needed to maintain provincial infrastruc-

ture such as roads and bridges sounds legit, but what does that say about all those years when there were no fee hikes? And what assurances do permit holders get to confirm that the extra money is actually used for the stated purpose?

The province announced earlier this year that $20 million will be invested in new charging stations. The transportation ministry indicated in July there are fewer than 7,000 electric vehicles on the road in Ontario. Given the rebates and incentives being offered to consumers, we can see why the government would want to increase access to charging facilities in order to make operating an electric vehicle a viable option. Owners of the millions of other vehicles on the road might not be pleased to learn that part of their sticker renewal fee increase is subsidizing that tiny percentage of the market. Funding highway and bridge repairs sounds a lot better.

Mary feels blessed for magic and miracles of Depression years It was hard for me to figure out the difference between magic and a miracle. My sister Audrey said they were just about the same thing. And yet I knew in my heart, that a miracle was an act of God. Hadn't our Lutheran minister said so?

But both miracles and magic were all around me on our farm in Northcote, and I was hard pressed to tell the difference. It gave me plenty to think about.

It was surely magic how Myrtle the telephone operator knew exactly where everyone was at any given time in Northcote. Many was the time our phone would ring and it would be Myrtle to say someone's barn was on fire, and the whole community would be in a turmoil. Or she would announce that the Saturday night house party was at the Thom's. Now, how she would know all this to

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And a miracle happened, or maybe it was magic, every single night right in our summer kitchen. The fresh milk was brought in in milk cans, I thought bluish in colour, and some miracle happened during the night. By morning, when I was sent out with the strainer and the big brown bowl, the entire tops of the cans would be yellow with cream! Now how the cream came to the top, without the help of anyone's hand, to me, was pure magic.

And how, if I fell asleep on top of someone's bed while visiting at a Saturday night house party, without my even being aware of it, I would be moved, and I would waken in my own bed in the morning! Now, how could that be? Magic? I thought so.

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be an American $20 bill. I knew that was a miracle, and not magic.

And of course, the fact that both Mother and Miss Crosby knew what was going

chance, my Uncle Lou always seemed to appear when we needed him most. Mother would be lonely, missing all that she had left behind in her beloved New York, and there would be Uncle Lou's big black Buick with the gold eagle on the hood coming in our long lane. I called our Uncle Lou our miracle. Or when Mother's egg money failed to meet our everyday needs, and there wasn't enough money to even buy coal oil for the lamps, a letter would arrive from Uncle Lou, and tucked inside would

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away, and could see absolutely nothing! No, with Mother and Miss Crosby, that had to be magic.

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each school regardless of its enrolment as well as maintain and heat the structure.

That funding has ended and has been replaced with a small high needs amount for our most remote schools, but it is measured in percentage points and does not resolve the overlying issue. That being the impact of declining enrolment in our schools.

We are now entering the next phase of our Accommodation Review Committee (ARC) process, the public meetings. Trustees are in observation mode, we are not members of the ARC. The presented options will be commented on, perhaps new options will surface and staff will then present a draft report to the trustees in February 2017. This will be followed by yet another public input session, this time to the trustees and finally to the trustees again on March 23 for a final vote. That will determine the fate of many rural schools within the UCDSB. The issue of declining enrolment is very real, as are the impending cuts in revenues. All school boards in Ontario are facing the same issue except for a handful where growth is being driven by immigration. That presents its own issues. There are five rural schools within Ward 2, four of those five are underpopulated with Montague Central being the exception and three options

chickens and sticky buns to peddle door to door in Renfrew to bring in a few cents to buy what we could not grow ourselves. And at every meal our table was laden with food.

Never once did we ever feel hungry in a country where there was so much hunger.

Surely, that was the biggest miracle of all.

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And one of the biggest miracles of all to me, was when winter had settled in, and even with the snow banked against the outside walls of our house, stockings crammed into the frames of the windows, the old log house was still drafty and cold.

Even the Findlay Oval was no match for the cold of the winter’s blasts.

And yet, when I would go to the stable with Father at night, as I often did, the barns would be as warm as toast.

There was no stove, no stove pipe, nothing to bring in heat, and yet the cows were warm to touch, and the horses, at one end

of the barn, were toasty warm too.

Was that magic, or a miracle? It was a question with no answer.

But surely the biggest miracle of all was that we were able to survive the Depression raging all around us.

The Ottawa Farm Journal, without fail, showed long lines of men lined up in the big cities, looking for food vouchers, or a place to sleep, or any job that would help put food on their own tables.

And there we were, out in Northcote, with a smoke house full of meat, cellar shelves crammed with jars of pickles, preserves and vegetables in brine. And there were always eggs,

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• Re-population, the flip side of above, survival of one means closure of another.

• Status quo – Keeping the school open and suffering the possible cuts in funding by the ministry.

As noted I represent four schools in the Perth area that are in peril. I have one vote of 11 at the boardroom table. While I have an opinion about the contents of the report and the eventual fate of those schools, I cannot champion one above the other. To do otherwise would be unfair to those school communities.

In the end I will weigh all the concerns and suggestions against the value of the final report, debate vigorously when it becomes our turn to “kick the can” and pass or defeat the final report. Not all will be happy, this is a classic example of darned if we do and darned if we don’t. The report is voted upon as an entire entity and not piecemealed by ward.

I must view this report not through the lenses of a single child, in a single classroom, in a single school, but as a single school board, for my vote impacts students not only locally but globally as well across the entire board.

Thank you once again.

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She recalls that when she was a child, "people would see me walking my grandmother's dog and stop to ask if I was related to them. They would invariably stop to ask if I was related to them," she wrote in a follow-up email on Nov. 9. They would then usually "share a story about how one or the other of them had impacted their lives. Even when I started working in Kingston, several years ago, a couple of people shared stories about how they had been delivered by my grandfather and how he had been well-liked by their mothers."

She attended Trent University in Peterborough for her undergraduate bachelor of arts degree in psychology and native studies. She then did her masters at the University of Victoria in educational psychology, specializing in special education. Her studies continued back east, where she attended the University of Western Ontario to conduct her PhD., studying rehabilitation sciences, with a focus on health promotion, especially in the field of mental health. She is currently at work on her dissertation.

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Heather Church was not looking for a sign from above – but it came floating down all the same.

Finishing up her latest round of studies, the Perth-based psychotherapist was looking out the window of her parents' house, plotting her life's next move, when a blue heron came into view - a bird that reminded her of her grandmother.

Then it all clicked.

"This is where I wanted to be," she said, during an interview at a Gore Street coffee shop on Wednesday, Nov. 9. "I always wanted to be here."

That is why her new business is called Blue Heron Psychotherapy Services.

Church was born in Toronto, and lived in the Etobicoke area, though her father was born and raised in Perth.

She did visit frequently to spend vacation time at her parents' cottage on Otty Lake. Her parents are now retired and live nearby.

Her grandparents have also been active in the Perth community. Her grandmother, Sally Church, was the first female councillor on town council, and was also involved in literacy promotion on both the school and library boards. Her grandfather, Dr. C.B. Church, was a physician at the

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Heather Church, of Blue Heron During her time at Trent, she parPsychotherapy Services, relaxes ticipated in a program through the at a coffee shop on the morning of Native Studies Department, where she lived in Thailand. She completed Wednesday, Nov. 9.

a work placement focussing on Indigenous populations. Focussing on the Hill Tribe women, and their place, and contributions to the Thai economy. She worked both as a counsellor and English language instructor at a women's centre for sex trade workers, run by the EMPOWER Foundation.

As part of her placement there, she lived in a Hill Tribe village, where she taught English at a local school.

"The goal was to understand how girls and women go from living in Hill Tribe villages to working in the sex trade in urban centres, how this influences the Thai economy, and the village economy," she wrote in an email.

"I encountered women who were seeking refuge from violent situations, as well as those who had recently received HIV diagnoses. Part of our work was to do outreaches in the red light district and at brothels so that those working in the sex trade knew that we existed and could access information about how to get support."

She taught the women English as a way to help them towards getting their high school equivalency, "so that they could exit the sex trade, if they chose to do so," she wrote. The women lived in what she described as "challenging circumstances," but, even at that, "the women were generous and warm toward me. People frequently ask me if it was depressing working there, but

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it was not," she wrote. "I had expected it to be depressing, but it was really uplifting the way the women supported one another, free of judgement."

Most gratifying of all was something simple like sharing a meal, gathering for a potluck lunch, made up of "whatever those who could afford to provide food had brought and all the women would make an effort to ensure that anyone who was there got to eat a bit of everything," she wrote.

Private practice Back home, away from quiet Thai villages and busy Asian urban centres, she is getting into the feel and flow of small town eastern Ontario. While she does consulting with the new JDN Centre at the Elliot Street clinic, working as a behavioural analyst on an as-needed basis with the centre that specializes in autism care for children, she has set up her shingle at the Perth Medical Clinic on Isabella Street, as of Tuesday, Nov. 15.

Church is in the midst of training to become make her new practice a Behavioural Health Centre of Excellence (BHCOE). In a follow-up email on Nov. 9, she explained that she wants to use the centre of excellence model at her practice and to use "quality indicators and principles of practice to See PSYCHOTHERAPIST page 3

Ontario Festival of Small Halls announces Dec. 2 holiday shows The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is ready to deck the halls with two special shows.

For the first time, the festival will put on 'hall-iday' shows in early December to get into the spirit of the season!

Set for Thursday, Dec. 1 at the Almonte Old Town Hall and Friday, Dec. 2 at the Seeley's Bay Community Hall, the shows will be a chance to gather together, celebrate community and dive into the season's festivities.

The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is bringing Newfoundland's, The Once, to fill the beloved halls with music.

The Once is known as a modern indie folk trio based in St. John's. Having collected three Canadian Folk Music Awards, numerous EMCA awards and named Artist of the Year by the Newfoundland & Labrador Arts Council, The Once is no stranger to the stage. They have also been nominated twice for the JUNO Roots Traditional Album of the Year Award.

"We had so much fun with our fall festival, that we wanted rejoice in the holiday spirit in two very special halls," said

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Newfoundland indie folk trio, The Once, will headline Almonte Old Town Hall Dec. 1 and Seeley’s Bay Community Hall Dec. 2 as part of the Ontario Festival of Small Halls’ special holiday themed shows.

Kelly Symes, general manager of the Ontario Festival of Small Halls. "We're delighted to present The Once for these holiday themed concerts, who toured with Stuart McLean's Vinyl Café seasonal show in 2015, where they found themselves in small community venues across Canada."

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The homeowners will do their own decorating for the tour, with florals by Sylvia’s Plant Place and it will be sponsored by Carolina Luxury Riverfront Retirement Suites.

Community tradition For the past 11 years, funds raised through the tour (more than $150,000) has been put back into local women in the community pursuing advanced education. Proceeds are also put towards education and literacy and educational initiatives.

Rothfels indicated the lasting power of the Heritage Perth & District Christmas House Tour owes to the curiosity of people, the homes themselves, and of course, the countless volunteers who put their time in to make it a success each year.

“Perth is such a beautiful town in itself and I think the first weekend in December,

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people are adjusting to winter and they’ve moved out of the outdoors and start focusing on the inside of their homes,” she explained. “...They’re more interested than otherwise in decorating and ideas.”

“People are infinitely curious in the homes we all live in and I think there’s the excitement and discovery,” Rothfels continued. “And it’s a great fundraiser for a cause that’s very local and dear to people’s hearts.”

Rothfels suggested visitors plan to take in not only the house tour, but other activities scheduled for Perth that weekend, including the Santa Claus Parade Dec. 3; 200th anniversary Settlers Dinner Dec. 3 at The Stone Cellar Restaurant in Perth; enjoy a sweet treat at Foodsmiths open house Dec. 3; take in BarnDoor Productions’ adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Dec. 3 or 4; or learn about heritage trades at Algonquin College Perth campus’ makers market on Dec. 3.

“We encourage people to come for a destination week-

end and take two days to really enjoy the houses instead of rushing through them... by slowing their pace, they’ll notice more of the details because so much effort goes into these homes,” she stated. “...This tour is lovingly offered to the community and people have taken to it as part of their annual holiday schedule,” Rothfels concluded.

Tickets, at $30 each, are available by calling Jane at 613-267-7817. They can also be purchased at the following locations: Perth Home Furniture (18 Gore Street East, 613264-9876); Elizabeth Interiors in Smiths Falls (8 Chambers Street, 613-283-7581); Crush Marketplace in Almonte (14 Mill Street, 613-461-2211); Windsor’s Courtyard in Merrickville (211 St. Lawrence Street, 613-269-2999); Dockside Living, The 1000 Island Shoppe in Brockville (6 Broad Street, 613-865-7328); Tivoli Florist in Ottawa (282 Richmond Road, 613-729-6911); and Oderin Kitchen Supplies in Kingston (57 Brock Street, 613-531-4544).

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establish and promote quality services. It’s my intention to run my practice in a way which is consistent with the BHCOE standards.”

She also has training in brain injury, as well as Alzheimer’s and dementia.

“The brain injury training arose out of interest, as a friend of mind, as well as a relative, have experienced brain injury, so I wanted to learn what they were going through and how best to support them,” she wrote.

As for her interest in training for dementia and Alzheimer’s came about because she had noticed that the incidence “of dementia in adults who have developmental disorders is much higher than in the neuro-typcial population. It also has an earlier age of onset,” she wrote, often between 35 to 45 years old, as opposed to 70 years old. Because her dissertation is focussed on “the care and service needs of older adults,” specifically those 35 years of age and older, “who have Autism, it was important that I learn and become competent in serving people who have dementia.”

While Perth is now home, she said she chose this town to set up her business for other reasons.

“This is a very under-served

area,” she said. She got a glimpse of this while working at Pathways for Children and Youth in Kingston, which dealt with autistic children. “It is very under-served for mental health professionals.”

Church said she is reaching out to local agencies to let them know she is available to partner with them. She has been in contact with Lanark County Mental Health, but “we’ve been playing phone tag,” she said with a laugh. She also hopes to reach out to Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth.

“There’s lots of talk about funding mental health in the public sector, but very little action,” she said.

Autism action While children with autism are very much a part of the picture she is looking at in her new clinic, “it’s more the parents and caregivers of people with autism.” For these people, “it’s a constant fight...They always spend their days advocating.

They eat, sleep, breathe autism.”

Part of the fight is when a client with autism “ages out,” and needs to access adult services.

On a medical level, she has noticed some parallels between these parents and caregivers, and soldiers. Both have high stress levels, and, as such, their “cortisol levels are comparable

to those of combat veterans.

That will have some impact on your own mental health.” She makes the distinction that, for parents and caregivers, “it’s not your life that is at threat. But your child’s life is being hampered.”

She said that respite care was “huge” in giving these parents and caregivers some relief, but “there’s not enough” of that to go around. “It’s a struggle.”

She said she will keep regular office hours, but, “I will have to be flexible,” to accommodate families, so, she can do evenings and weekends, and her care may be covered by some health insurance plans. But she is frustrated that programs like Ontario Works and ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program), “none of them cover mental health services.” By getting that mental health help, “they could get to a place where they could function in the workplace,” and no longer need to access these social assistance programs.

Church stresses that she cannot diagnose conditions yet, but she can do psycho-educational assessments as a registered psychologist. She can also do Level A and B tests such as academic achievement tests, which measure strengths and weaknesses in reading and math, as well as behavioural assessments.

Another part of her practice

will look at bullying.

“My kids (autistic clients) were often bullied,” she said. In the past, before social media, kids “could go home and close and door and escape it.” Now, with social media, “they can’t escape it. It follows them now.”

Which is not to say that she is not without sympathy for the bully.

“What motivates a child to want to bully someone that way?

It’s very interesting,” she said.

“What’s motivating that child?

It’s often insecurity. They put on a tough exterior. They don’t know how else to connect with people.”

The bully’s actions can be corrected, and they are sometimes unaware of the harm their actions are causing.

“It almost hurts them that that’s how it feels,” she said, when this is pointed out to them. “I’ve never encountered a child who didn’t care.”

Research she has looked at has shown that, yes, boys and girls do bully differently. With girls “it’s a more social, cognitive, organized bullying,” which can take the form of “shunning.” With boys, it tends to express itself more “physically.”

Church is available via email at heather@blueheronpsych. com, online at blueheronpsych. com, or on the telephone at 613200-9716.

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Canadian teams in line for Major League Soccer championship There may be hope for Toronto yet. For a major sports championship that is!

On Sunday, Nov. 27 Canada's biggest city plays host to the 104th Grey Cup game, the Canadian Football League (CFL) title game. The hometown Toronto Argonauts won't be in it though. Boatmen and their flagging fan base suffered through a losing season and the club failed to make the CFL playoffs.

Despite a move to newly renovated BMO Field on the site of the former Exhibition Stadium, attendance continues to be a problem for the Argonauts.

The Toronto Blue Jays, who began life at old Exhibition Stadium beside Lake Ontario, enjoyed another good season in Major League Baseball (MLB).

They made it to the American League Championship Series for a second straight year. However they fell to Cleveland Indians and again missed their main objective, a trip to the World Series. Jays haven't won an MLB title since back-toback championships in 1992 and 1993.

Toronto Raptors of the National Basketball Association are off to a decent start in the new campaign and appear likely to make another bid for the title.

Last spring they fell to eventual league champion Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference final.

Toronto's ongoing love affair with the National Hockey League Maple Leafs continues. The team's popularity is incredible considering Leafs haven't won the Stanley Cup since 1967, Centennial Year in Canada.

On Jan. 1 Canadians will usher in a full year of celebrations marking the nation's 150th birthday.

But don't get too excited Leaf fans! Despite on-ice improvement and the addition of highly touted rookie Auston Matthews, it doesn't appear Toronto will be celebrating a Stanley Cup championship 50 years after the fact.

Still, Toronto sports fans have something to look forward to in the coming days.

A Toronto professional sports team has a good opportunity to make it to a continental championship final.

Toronto Football Club (Toronto FC or TFC as

they are commonly called) has advanced to the Eastern Conference Final in Major League Soccer (MLS). They did it in style, burying New York City Football Club (NYCFC) in a two game, total goals semi-final. Toronto opened the series by scoring two late goals at their home park, BMO Field, on Oct. 30. They took a 2-0 advantage into the second leg played Nov. 6 at Yankee Stadium in New York.

Instead of sitting back and defending their advantage, TFC went for it against NYCFC who were appearing in the semi-finals in only their second year of existence. Led by a hat trick from diminutive Italian sensation Sebastian Giovinco, Toronto put an exclamation mark on the series with a 5-0 triumph. TFC's 7-0 aggregate victory is the biggest in the 20-year history of MLS. The Yankee Stadium success also marked Toronto's first ever road playoff win.

Rewrite history This is TFC's 10th season in MLS. The decade has produced precious little success despite the fact people in ethnically diverse Toronto very quickly embraced professional soccer.

But for two seasons TFC has been busily rewriting franchise history. Last season, led by Giovinco's 22 goals, they qualified for the playoffs for the first time.

They finished the season with a respectable 15-15-4 record but were blanked 3-0

by Montreal Impact in the knockout round. TFC, Impact and Vancouver Whitecaps are the three Canadian entries in the 20 team MLS. This season the Toronto side shone! They posted a 14-9-11 mark. Their 53 points was good enough for third place in their 10 team conference and fifth overall. They finished a point ahead of five-time MLS Cup champion Los Angeles Galaxy.

Now they face another obstacle on their road to the league final. Ironically it is the same Montreal team who handed them defeat in their initial post season appearance in 2015.

Montreal also achieved a famous semi-final victory to qualify for this year's conference final. Impact upended Eastern Conference champion New York Red Bulls (they actually play in

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Harrison, New Jersey) 3-1 on aggregate in the other eastern semifinal.

Montreal's line-up includes former English Premier League (EPL) star Didier Drogba (Chelsea) who, despite a somewhat petulant attitude, remains on the club's roster. Montreal, who

normally plays its home games at soccer specific Saputo Stadium at the Olympic Park, finished fifth in the conference this season with an 11-11-12 mark and 45 points.

Due to the aforementioned Grey Cup game, preceded by an international break during which some players joined their na-

tional teams, the two-leg Eastern Conference final starts late. The opener goes next Tuesday (Nov. 22) at Montreal's Olympic Stadium. The return leg will be at BMO Field on Saturday, Nov. 30. BMO is an open air venue See MAGUIRE page 16

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with a grass field. It could be chilly during the crucial second game.

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In Ottawa the wins by TFC and Impact didn’t warrant so much as a paragraph in the city’s largest daily newspaper.

I didn’t hear a word uttered about it on the main TV news station either!

Fortunately MLS is covered on Canadian television with most contests available to cable and satellite viewers throughout the campaign.

I realize pro soccer is well down the pecking order when it comes to fan interest on this continent. But the MLS profile and roster is growing.

They plan to expand to 24 teams by 2018.

Strong support Impressively, TFC averaged 26,583 fans for its 17 regular season home games this season in expanded and improved BMO Field. The facility will hold 30,200 for soccer or rugby. Impact achieved virtual sellouts for all their matches at 20,000-seat Saputo Stadium. Vancouver Whitecaps, who failed to qualify for the post season, play in expansive BC Place Stadium which seats over 54,000. The team deliberately reduces capacity to 22,120 for regular season games by closing off the upper bowl of the domed stadium.

It’s hoped a soccer specific ground will rise in Vancouver soon, but public opposition to another downtown sports facility has frozen that process.

As regular readers know I am a huge football (soccer) fan. I focus most of my attention on the EPL and specifically London’s Arsenal FC. But I enjoy the game in general and will watch a football match anytime.

Admittedly I took some time to warm to MLS. But the admission of three Canadian teams and the recent arrival of pro soccer in Ottawa, with the emergence of Ottawa Fury FC, has peaked my interest.

I’ll be following the TorontoMontreal MLS showdown closely.

Skeptics argue that MLS is little more than a “minor league” pointing to the fact that players in the English Championship, the second tier of the sport in England, earn more on average than MLS players.

It’s true the league got off to a slow start, partly due to some “experimental” rule changes designed to make the sport more palatable for American fans. Instead those decisions alienated soccer purists, especially European expa-

triates who comprised a large segment of the initial fan base.

The fact eight of the original 10 teams were housed in large American football stadiums made lightly attended games look even worse.

The league soon brought rules back in line with traditional soccer standards. In the early 2000s fan attendance soared, partly due to an unexpectedly good showing by the U.S. at the 2002 World Cup of Soccer in Korea-Japan. The American team qualified for the quarter-finals.

However the decision by team owners to bring big name international stars (so-called “Designated Players”) into the fold was also a catalyst. Certainly the arrival of English sensation David Beckham in Los Angeles in 2007 helped give MLS a more public face. Beckham was followed by star Arsenal striker Thierry Henry (New York Red Bulls) in 2010 and many other international stars have now arrived. Admittedly most of the big names are or were in the twilight of their careers when they came to MLS. They still boosted their teams and most importantly helped sell tickets.

Among current big names

playing in the league are Spain’s David Villa and exChelsea midfielder Frank Lampard, both with NYCFC; former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard (LA Galaxy) and a major returnee, goal keeper Tim Howard. He previously played in MLS before moving to Manchester United and Everton in England where he enjoyed a dozen successful EPL campaigns.

Howard, a New Jersey native, is now with Colorado Rapids. He was instrumental in his team’s penalty shootout win over LA Galaxy in the Western Conference semifinals. Rapids now face Seattle Sounders in the two-leg western final beginning Sunday in Seattle. Sadly Howard is injured and could miss the series.

Most important for Canada the MLS is proving to be a boon for up and coming Canadian soccer players. And no matter what happens in the Eastern Conference final there will be a Canadian entry in the 2016 MLS Cup. Very exciting times for fans of “the world’s game” in Canada!

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LAWS AGM planned for Nov. 19 at Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre Please don't forget that the AGM of LAWS is coming up this Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre, second floor meeting room, 71 Cornelia Street, Smiths Falls. Registration will start at 1:30 p.m. and the meeting will start at 2 p.m.

Resumes for board director positions must be submitted either by email to secretary.laws@gmail.com or by mail, Attention: LAWS Secretary, PO Box 156 Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1. Resumes must be received by 5 p.m. Nov. 17. Members who are unable to attend the meeting in person may assign their proxy to another LAWS member. You may download the AGM proxy ballot from the home page on the website www.lanarkanimals.ca , or pick up a proxy form at the shelter at 253 Glenview Road Smiths Falls. All fields must be filled out, and your proxy form received at the shelter or sent to LAWS secretary by 5 p.m. on Nov. 17.

Memberships must be up to date in order to vote. If you are planning on attending our AGM, and need to renew your membership, please ensure that you renew before 5 p.m. on Nov. 17. Please contact the shelter at 613-283-9308 or send an email to: secretary.laws@gmail.com, if you have any questions.

To become a LAWS member, please visit our membership page at www.lanarkanimals.ca.

the toys around, she's affectionate sibilities. There is a lot of potential home with smaller children would and when you pick her up she's full with this dog. He was well taken be not be advisable at this time as in of purring songs. Flower would be a care of and well loved. We're not his play him might run them over. friendly addition to any household, dealing with a dog who has been We would love to see Newfie go gracefully. He seems to be OK with neglected or abused. He could ben- to a place in the country or any children included his, hopefully, temporary home. efit from shedding a few pounds and place with some space for him to He's not very vocal, even walking yet he's not eating his food all at explore. There is a look in his eyes by his kennel does not cause him to once when served. At the shelter we we like, soft and gentle, trusting and bark, instead he's wagging his tail, have portioned his food into small- especially hopeful. Hope someone sitting down, looking very excited er amounts to help him lose some comes along soon to give him his to see you and begging for some at- weight. freedom back. He's worth the visit tention. Newfie could use some help He is good with cats and most to LAWS. Please come meet Newfie. with obedience training. He knows other dogs, children and people.

To make an appointment for a his sit command and while being Because of his size and strength a meet and greet call 613-283-9308. at the shelter he already has shown some improvement in learning other commands, as if he's eager to learn Your support more.

What Newfie needs is a strong helps save lives handler with some time and pawww.heartandstroke.on.ca tience to further explore his posCindy Cindy stands out as she has two different coloured eyes. Cindy is extremely affectionate and would love CanadianFederationofUniversityWomenPerth&DistrictAnnualFundraiser to find her forever family. She needs a bit of "upkeep" as her fur is really www.CFUW-perth-district.com thick and is of medium/to long hair which requires regular brushing: a bonding experience between cats and their owner. She is about nineyears-old.

Please meet her at LAWS, you'll be finding her in one of our cat runs with several other cats. She would be a lovely addition to a person who needs some feline company and would love to give an older cat a forever home.

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Seasonal pantomime Sleeping Beauty opens soon at Station Theatre Once again, the Station Theatre will present the visual extravaganza of a seasonal, British-style pantomime with Sleeping Beauty, written

by Ben Crocker, as directed by Emily Duberville. The panto runs from Dec. 2 to 11 and offers matinees at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday on both weekends.

Princess Aurora is about to be christened and royals, assorted fairy godmothers, and people of the land are gathered to celebrate and bestow their gifts. But it appears that someone has been forgotten and soon Carabosse storms in with her disreputable feline companion, Spindleshanks; they are not happy. Things go from bad to worse when Carabosse puts a curse on the princess to die on her 18th birthday. But in best fairy tale tradition a plan is afoot to save the princess. The fairy Peaceful and Prince Orlando's grandson, Orlando (the resemblance is amazing!) brave thorns, 80's thriller zombies and the evil Carabosse to rescue the sleeping maiden.

This hilarious pantomime, perfect for the whole family, features a classic dame (Queen Dorothy) played by veteran Mike Adams, a supremely evil Carabosse (Krista Duff) and traditional comic antics from Billie the Butler (Ursula Rice Leech) and King Norbert (Stef

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Princess Aurora (Bethany Duberville), Queen Dorothy, the Dame (Mike Adams) and Spindleshanks the Cat (Jennifer McCloskey) in a scene from Sleeping Beauty, the British pantomime playing at the Smiths Falls Station Theatre from Dec. 2 to 11.

Robar). The beautiful and awfully tired Princess Aurora is played by SFDCI grade 11 Bethany Duberville; her handsome but slightly bewildered prince is SF graduate Justin Yanosik. Rounding out this stellar and experienced group are newcomers Jennifer McCloskey as Spindleshanks and Maya Gordon as Kitty. Heather Mitchell Adams returns to the stage as fairy Peaceful and her magical sisterhood is completed by Lela Fox-Doran, Emily Chatwood and Caitlyn Lesnick/ Hayley Allan.

A talented group of high school students and area veterans makes up the versatile chorus, performing music by Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake and Pentatonix.

Sleeping Beauty features superb Victorian Steampunk style costumes, created by experienced costumer Susan Adams, which bring a striking visual decadence to this very funny and engaging family show. In the tradition of British pantos the audience is encouraged to get into the act by heckling the villains and urging on the good guys.

Tickets for the show are $20 for adults and $10 for children and students. Special group rates are available. Tickets are available from Seasons Greetings, 8 Russell St. E., for cash only; smithsfallstheatre.com (Paypal/credit card), by phone 613-

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SFCT announces 2017 play season The 2017 season of plays has now been announced by the Smiths Falls Community Theatre (SFCT) and it's a delightful mix of a farce, a classic psychological drama, a comedy, the World premiere of a play of local historical interest, a mystery and a British-style Christmas pantomime - in that order.

The season opens with a farce: No Sex Please, We're British, by Anthony Marriot and Allister Foot.

The hilarious play, which ran in London for eight years and also delighted Broadway audiences, is directed by Nancy Keech. It is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Inc. and runs from Feb. 24 to March 5, 2017.

Our second offering in 2017 gives patrons a taste of the true classical psychological drama. Enid Bagnold's long running masterpiece, The Chalk Garden, is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Inc. and is directed by Lynda Daniluk. The play explores the secret world of childhood through the prism of a British dowager. It runs from April 28 to May 7.

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Plot summaries and other details of our first two offerings in 2017 along with titles, directors, credits and plot summaries of the four plays completing our 2017 season can be seen now on our website at smithsfallstheatre.com.

The theatre is offering patrons an opportunity to attend all six plays for just $99. This season ticket comes in the form of a “Six-Pack Flex Pack”. Patrons can select how they want to use their six vouchers to purchase tickets to any of the six shows in the 2017 season. The deal - which offers a savings of almost 20 per cent compared to the regular adult ticket price - begins now and will be on sale during the run of Sleeping Beauty and extends next year until the last day of the first play, March 5. For details of the ways to purchase the vouchers and the many different ways to use them go to our website, smithsfallstheatre.com.

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The Station Theatre will be screening an important new movie, Indignation, based on a Philip Roth novel and adapted and directed by James Schamus. The story takes place in 1951, as Marcus Messner (Logan Lerman), a brilliant working class Jewish boy from Newark, New Jersey, travels on scholarship to a small, conservative college in Ohio, thus exempting him from being drafted into the Korean War. But once there, Marcus’s growing infatuation with his beautiful classmate Olivia Hutton (Sarah Gadon), and his clashes with the college’s imposing Dean, Hawes Caudwell (Tracy Letts), put his and his family’s best laid plans to the ultimate test. Please note our new time: 7 p.m.

Tickets are $10, sold only at the door. Rating: 14A. Patrons are invited to keep in touch with all upcoming shows - outstanding plays, great movies, and special events - by signing up for the e-newsletter on our website or by finding Smiths Falls Community Theatre on Facebook.

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Tourism stakeholders in Ontario’s Highlands discover unexpected moments in Perth Downtown Perth was buzzing with action Oct. 24, when more than 100 tourism stakeholders from across Ontario's Highlands took to the streets to discover their inner wanderers. This interactive exploration was just one of many workshops focused on working collaboratively to uncover and share the big stories from the small towns across the Ontario's Highlands region integrated into the programming of OH!Tourism Summit.

Ontario's Highlands Tourism Organization's (OHTO) sixth annual tourism conference and AGM, OH!Tourism Summit, offered delegates two days packed with inspiring keynote addresses, hands on workshops led by tourism industry and content marketing experts, and the opportunity to uncover their inner story teller.

This year's programming supported the region's new Come Wander content marketing strategy, first launched to stakeholders in the spring of 2016.

"In today's market, digital content acts as a major influencer in consumer spending," says Nicole Whiting, executive director of OHTO. "The program at this year's OH!Tourism Summit was designed to meet this reality, to give stakeholders an edge in the

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More than 100 tourism stakeholders played tourist in downtown Perth Oct. 27 during the Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization’s OH!Tourism Summit and AGM. digital world, and to provide the tools necessary to cut through advertising clutter and engage audiences."

In addition to the Come Wander mobilization session, which had delegates exploring downtown Perth to capture unexpected moments, the first day featured a moving keynote address by highperformance specialist Yvonne Camus.

Camus shared her experience of successfully completing The Discovery Channel's Eco-Challenge, inspiring delegates with her tenacity and sharing real world

advice on achieving success in the most unlikely of places. She emphasized the importance of collaboration, of building teams with a wide variety of skills, of playing to strengths, and of recognizing when you're at your best, and persevering when you're not. Camus highlighted the inspiration and strength that can come from having the support of others -whether they be the "raving fans" in the sports world, or a supportive community in the business world.

A second keynote address was delivered by veteran strategist and leader of the renegade team

at Tracking Wonder Consultancy, Jeffrey Davis. Davis stressed the importance of passion and building a brand with heart as a way to inspire employees, unify marketing efforts, and connect with audiences.

"Our goal is to inspire," says Whiting. "We're looking to inspire stakeholders to collaborate with us and each other, to inspire participation in the Come Wander strategy, and ultimately to inspire visitation to Ontario's Highlands.

The speakers and workshops at this year's conference were a testament to the success that can come from sharing stories as a way to more personally connect with and inspire others."

In keeping with the theme of inspiring through story-telling, workshops led by industry leaders and influential media members provided delegates the opportunity to create engaging content, effectively capture and share images from their smartphones, discover how to improve their digital marketing efforts in just 20 minutes a day, and work with the media to share their stories in cost-effective ways.

With hands-on workshops, an interactive wander, the opportunity to provide feedback on OHTO's strategic efforts, and a lively

Tastes of Lanark County evening event, featuring treats and delicacies of Lanark County and a lesson in Highland dancing, attendees were active participants at this conference. Delegates left OH!Tourism Summit

with the inspiration and tools necessary to collaboratively share their stories and invite visitors to Come Wander Ontario's Highlands.

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the feeder, his brilliant colour in stark contrast to the snowflakes that silently fall from the dull, gray sky. You pause for a while, contented and energized by an awareness of life in this little piece of wilderness you have built.

Cliff Bennett is an expert birder, and with his vast knowledge and experience, will expand upon a wide array of topics concerning birds, with a focus on the bird life to be found in our back yards. He will explain how to set up and maintain an active bird sanctuary.

He will describe the types of seed and feeders that are available and will advise us on when it is timely to set up feeders for our winter friends. Cliff will also describe backyard pests and hazards that we could encounter within our backyard habitats.

As well, he will outline proper practices for record keeping. The presentation will be backed up by a visual show and a feature quiz on bird identification.

Please join us for this very interesting and informative presentation. A discussion and refreshments will follow the talk.

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enjoyed within a quiet backyard or balcony space that you have designed to attract and shelter the birds native to your area.

Perhaps you will welcome an occasional feathered visitor from other parts, who has stopped to rest awhile and share your outdoor haven. In the still of a warm summer morning, you step outside onto your sheltered patio to listen to the first calls of a song sparrow that sits on the branch of a tree on the other side of the garden. The steam from your coffee rises into the air and you breathe in the fragrance of the trees and flowers that surround you, which you have chosen because they provide food and shelter for your feathered friends.

You are enchanted by the gentle rustling sounds of birds as they weave amongst the foliage on the ground, seeking seeds or insects to whet their appetites. Months later, in the winter garden, white with a dusting of fresh snow, you watch flashes of colour dart to and from the feeders laden with fresh seeds. And suddenly, you are in awe as a dazzling, red cardinal alights on

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On Thursday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m., the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN) will host the third presentation of the season, which reflects the theme "Wild Creature CloseUps". This event will take place in the Social Hall of Almonte United Church, 106 Elgin St., Almonte.

For those who have imagined creating a backyard sanctuary for birds, or for the fortunate folks who already share their space with these beautiful feathered beings, our creativity and the necessary knowledge needed for such a project will be enhanced by an expert on the subject, Cliff Bennett. He has entitled his presentation "Birds In Your Backyard." Cliff is one of the founding members of MVFN and the past-president of our organization. Among the many contributions that he has made and continues to make to the community, Cliff is the author of a birding column for the Lanark Era. He has entitled his presentation "Birds In Your Backyard".

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Halloween art fun for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville What an amazing night at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville! The Kemptville crew was hard at work carving their Halloween pumpkin masterpieces.

“We would like to send out a huge thank you to Steve Jonsson of Jonsson’s Independent Grocer for supplying all of the pumpkins used for the event.

“You made their night a great one,” said Leanne TrimbleCadieux, Director of Strategic Initiatives for BBBS of Leeds and Grenville.

Big Brothers Big Sisters offers activity nights twice a month to children in the community where they can socialize with other children and mentors in the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. “We believe that children are our future and deserve to learn and appreciate all that life has to offer,” said Trimble-Cadieux.

The Christmas Giving Tree will be positioned in the entrance of our local banks in Kemptville from Nov. 12 to Dec. 2. You can choose an ornament from the tree to give a gift to children less fortunate in our North Grenville community. Return the unwrapped gift with the original ornament included. There will be a wrapped box by the tree for drop-offs.

“We will be wrapping the presents and Santa Claus will be presenting them to the children at their annual Christmas party held at Geronimo’s on Dec. 4,” said Trimble-Cadieux.

The deadline for the dropoff is Dec. 2.

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Talk by local sorcerer Trevour Strudwick.

Positive Parenting, Monday Nov 21, Al Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Mu monte Public Library, 6:30-8:30pm, pre-regis seum, 267 Edmund Street. 613-253-7013.

Almonte General Hospital/Fairview tration, 613-283-0095 ext.300 online: Manor ‘Close To Home’ Marketplace. www.crowlandark.com KEMPTVILLE November 19, 10a.m.-3 p.m. Almonte General Hospital Octagon Room. Offering a Baby Talk, Ontario Early Years. Drop in wonderful variety of handcrafted and baked group for parents and their babies 0-12 goods to start your holiday shopping.

Bingo Tuesday, November 22, at 7 p.m. months. Wednesdays 1:30-3 p.m. 2965 Hwy 613-256-2500 X 2296 Carleton Place Arena upper hall. Elevator 43. Info: 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374.

Almonte Legion, breakfast of Cham access available. Sponsor: Carleton Place and Baby Talk, Wednesday, November 23, pions, Saturday November 19, 8-11am, District Civitan Club.

1:30-3 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, charity auction 6pm (preview 5pm).

Christmas Bazaar, Saturday, November 2965 County Rd 43.

Almonte Legion, First Annual Charity 19, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Zion-Memorial Christmas Tea, St James Anglican Auction. Saturday November 19, 6pm. Info: United Church. 37 Franklin St., Carleton Church Leslie Hall, Clothier St. November trumanauctions.com Place.

26, from 2-4 p.m. Christmas gift table and Annual Christmas Bazaar, Clayton Community Home Support- Foot- door prize.

Community Hall. Linn Bower Lane. Clayton, care Clinics on Tues & Thurs. For Appt.

Feeding your Baby solid food - Ontario Nov. 26th, 9am - 1:30pm. Lunch provided 613-253-0733.

Early Years, Monday Nov 21, 1:30-3pm, Cty

by Grace Church.

Community Home Support Friday Rd #43, to register, 1-866-433-8933 ext.

‘Close to Home’ Marketplace in support Lunch Bunch, Fridays (December 2, 9, 16, 2374 of Almonte General Hospital & Fairview 23) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 noon.

Friends of the Library, Annual General Manor, 75 Spring St, old Fairview Manor Transportation available. Info/reservation: Meeting, NGPL (North Grenville Public Li octagon hall behind hospital. Nov 19, 613-253-0733. brary), Thrusday November 17, 7-9pm. Live 10-3pm. Varied local artisans of - glasswork, Community Home Support Friday ly Presentation, refreshments. Info: woodworking, author, jewelry and much Lunch Bunch, Fridays (November 4, 11 & 613-258-1576. more. Great Christmas gifts for all.

18) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 noon.

November 26: St. Michael CHS Christ Euchre- 4 hand, November 24, 7:30 p.m. Transportation available. Info/reservation: mas Craft Show. 9:30 am-3:30 pm. One of Sponsor: The “Town & Country Tenants As 613-253-0733. the Ottawa Valley’s largest Christmas Craft soc., 375 Country St., light lunch. Contact Euchre, every 2nd, 3rd and 4th Monday shows with 165+ tables. Santa visits in the Norma at 613-256-4179. of the month. 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: La afternoon! 2755 County Road 43 Genealogy Workshop, Nov 16 to 19, dies Auxiliary. Bring your friends.

Positive Parenting Cafe - Bedtime Rou North Lanark Regional Museum in Lunch/prizes. 613-253-6375. tines - Ontario Early Years, Tuesday, Nov 22, Appleton, for details and to register, contact Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every 6:30-8pm, Grenville Mutual Ins. Co, 380 Co 613-257-8503 or visit Thursday, 1-3 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: lonnade Dr, to register, 1-866-660-5853 onnorthlanarkregionalmuseum.com.

613-257-2779 ext 3106 (or ext 3100). line: www.healthunit.org/children/triplep/ Mills’ Home Support, Almonte in Part Itty Bitty Teenie Tiny Art Show & Rideau Hill Camp Euchre Tournament nership with the Parkinson’s Society. Month Sale, Sat. Nov.26 & Sun. Nov.27,10am-4pm, Fundraiser. St John’s United Church, Kemply Support Group last Monday of the month. at the CP Canoe Club, 179 John St. Holiday tville. Saturday November 19. Check in after 67 Industrial Drive. 2-4pm. Elizabeth Venin shopping for original art.

7 PM play begins at 7:30 pm. Refreshments, ga, Facilitator. Home Support 613-256-4700 Ladies Darts, every Tuesday starting 7:30 desserts. to register p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary.

Sign Language With Baby, Ontario Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Play & Open Monitoring Meditation (series Early Years. Learn American Sign Language Supper out in Carleton Place. Friday, No part 3), Nov. 24, 7pm. Please call the with your baby through songs, stories & acvember 25. “Mary Poppins”. Call Home Sup library to reserve a spot. 613-257-2702 tivities. Birth-12 months. No siblings. Bring port 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat.

Carleton Place Public Library 101 a blanket. Thursday, Nov 17-Dec 15, 2-3 Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Shop Beckwith Street p.m. 2965 Hwy 43. Info: 1-866-433-8933 ping & lunch in Ottawa. Tuesday, November www.carletonplacelibrary.ca ext 2374.

29. Carlingwood Shopping Centre. Call Parents and Children’s Group every Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve your Monday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 30 Bennett Street.

LANARK seat.

Info: 613-257-2779 ext 3107 (or ext 3100).

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Supper Rotary Club of Carleton Place & Mis Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Social. Tuesday, November 22. Almonte Le sissippi Mills meet every Monday evening at Night Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every gion. Entertainment provided Transporta 6:15 at Thirsty Moose, Mill St. (Carleton month, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. tion available. Call Home Support Place). Info: Louise 613-253-2602.

Contact Vic (613)259-5610.

613-256-4700 to reserve.

St. Andrew’s Church invites you to an Crafts & Chat - Thursday, November 17 Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Par Old Tyme Christmas afternoon with tales by Try glass painting, beginning cross stitch or kinson’s Support Group. Monday, November Linda Seccaspina and refreshments from bring along your project. 1-3 at the Lanark 28, 2 p.m. at the Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Grandma’s Kitchen Sunday November 20, Learning Centre. Call 613-259-2207 to reg Drive. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to 2pm. ister. register. Meetings take place the last Monday The Knights of Columbus Roast Beef Euchre, every Thursday, 1:00 p.m. Le of the month.

Dinner on November 20th from 4-6:30 pm at gion Hall. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Lunch.

Mills’ Seniors Services, Weekly Foot St. Mary’s Church. Tickets, contact Dwayne Prizes.

Care Clinics, Alison Kaczan RPN provides King at 613-831-5251.

Lanark Learning Centre Book Club care, at the Mills’ Seniors Services Office, 67 Witchcraft, Farming and the Wheel of Sunday, November 20 at 2pm. “The Miracle Industrial Drive. Call 613-256-4700 for ap the Year. Wednesday November 30, 7 pm. on Monhegan Island” by Elizabeth Kelly.

Bring along your suggestion for next month.

Lanark Retired Women Teachers Luncheon on Thursday, November 17, St. Andrew’s United Church, 11am Card Making with Alice Pretty followed by luncheon.

Info: Anne 613-259-2207. All retired women teachers welcome.

MERRICKVILLE Bazaar & Lunch, Holy Trinity Church, Nov 18, 7-9, Nov 19, 11-3pm, baking, crafts, jewellery, trinket & treasures table. Nancy 613-269-4421 Ham & Scalloped Potatoes - served at 6pm, Nov. 25 music by Wildflower. 7-11pm.

Merrickville Legion.

Merrickville Agricultural Society 21st Annual Christmas Craft and Concession Show. Saturday November 26. 10 am to 4 pm. Merrickville Community Centre. 106 Read St., www.merrickvillefairboard.vpweb. ca Open Stage, Merrickville Legion, 5-9 p.m November 27, Hosted by Heather Snow & The Flakes. Food provided by: The Village Bean.

Roast Pork Dinner- served at 6pm, Nov. 18 music by Matt Hayes. 7-11pm. Merrickville Legion.

Theatre Night in Merrickville presents “Frozen Dreams” a gripping comedy drama, November 18, 19, 8 p.m., November 20, 2 p.m. Tickets: www.merrickvilletheatre.org also Mrs. McGarrigle’s or Merrickville Book Emporium.

PAKENHAM Pakenham Community Home Support sponsors: Foot care, transportation, meals on wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/appoint ment (613)624-5647.

Visit Pakenham November 26, Pakenham Country Christmas a day of festive fun for the whole family, visit our Facebook page for full details https://www.facebook.com/ events/656386327863357/

PERTH 23rd annual “Nick of Time”t artisan show Saturday, December 3rd, 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. in McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E. Info: https://sites.google.com/site/nickoftimeinperth/ Auxiliary to GWM Hospital Annual Christmas Food and Craft Fair, Thursday, November 24, 9-12:30. Baking, Crafts, “Toonie Table” and more! Free parking in hospital lot.

Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 24 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305.

Chili Supper, Saturday. November 19,

4-7pm, Delta United Church. Accessible entrance. Menu - choice of chili, garlic bread, caesar salad, desserts and beverage.

Take outs available.

Community Home Support Day Hospice runs every Thursday 10-3pm, The group is for people with life-limiting illness.

Pre-register 613-267-6400.

Euchre (2-4 p.m.) and/or Spaghetti & garllc bread dinner (4-6 p.m.), November 18, Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: Lola Cooper 613-267-3304. Advance tickets in the Legion lounge.

Film Night International Perth is show ing Love & Friendship, adapted from a no vella by Jane Austen, Wednesday November 23, 2 and 7pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. For more details, 613-267-1224.

Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. St. James Church (Beckwith St. entrance), Info: 613-257-2779 ext 3106 (or ext 3100).

Guatemala Stove Project Fundraising Dance, Friday November 18, Perth Civitan Hall, door open at 7 pm. Featuring “Under the Covers”. Silent Auction and snacks.

Handbell Choir of St Paul’s United Church perform at the church on November 20, 3 p.m. Come and enjoy the unique sounds of your classical favourites.

Holly Jolly Art Show. November 19/20, 11-4 pm. Algonquin College, Perth Campus.

Fine Art, Jewellry, Wearables, Sculpture and more. Supporting Build a Mountain of Food.

Jamboree, Perth Legion, Beckwith St, Saturday December 12 1-4 p.m. Harry Adrain Hosting Open Mic, 2-6pm. Everyone welcome.

Jingle Bells Bazaar & Luncheon, Nov 19. 10-2pm, St. James Anglican Church. (corner Drummond & Harvey St.), sewing, knitting, crafts, jewelry, books, preserves, Santa’s Shoppe etc. wheelchair accessible.

Lanark Lodge Christmas Bazaar, Friday November 25, 10:00am-2:00pm, Light Lunch will be available to purchase, 115 Christie Lake Road.

Meat Draw. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 244, 26 Beckwith Street East, November 26, from 2 to 5 p.m., with a chance to win your Christmas turkey. Everyone is always welcome to these draws.

Parents and Children’s Group, every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at St James Church (Beckwith St. entrance). Info: 613-283-9307 #3100.

Perth Civitan Country Jamboree, Sun day, November 27, 3-8:30 pm, Civitan Hall.

Dinner 5 pm. Info: 613-267-1825.

Perth Stamp Club: Meeting at 7:30 pm. on Wednesday November 23rd., McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E. For info, call Phil Warrington 613-264-0724.

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RCL Ladies Auxiliary Branch 244, Euchre Card Game, November 18, 2 - 4 pm.

Info: Lola Cooper 613-267-3304 and / or join us for a delicious Spaghetti & Garlic Bread Dinner, 4- 6 pm. Advanced tickets Legion Lounge 26 Beckwith St. E., a Ladies Aux member or at the door.

RTA Central Club, Sunday, November 27, Calabogie Mountain Hike. Level 2+, 10 -11 km. Moderate pace. We will hike through mixed forests and wilderness scenery with spectacular vistas on the east section of the Manitou Mountain Trail, Depart Conlon Farm at 9:00 a.m. Leaders: Howard and Mary Robinson, 613-256-0817 RTA Central Club, Sunday, November 20, Rideau Trail Hike, Foley Mountain.

Level 1, 10 km. Moderate pace. We will explore the various loops of the Foley Mountain Trails with a short visit to the lookout to enjoy the view of Westport.

Depart Conlon Farm at 9:00 a.m. Leader: Tom Pearcey, 613-284-1246 Senior Darts. Royal Canadian Legion, Lanark. Saturday, November 26. Deadline for entry November 18. That signup sheet is on the Perth Legion sports board.

St. Andrew’s Night Roast Beef Dinner.

St.Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1 Drum mond St. W. Sat. Nov 19, 6pm. Speaker: Su san Freeman. Entertainment: The Burnside Sisters. Tickets: 613-264-8612 Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867.

The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Meeting, Thurs., Nov. 17, Perth Family Health Centre, 7-9 p.m. 33 Lewis St. Info: Carleen 613812-4474. Monthly meetings, 3rd Thursday.

Town of Perth Christmas House Tour!

Dec. 3 & 4 from 10-3:30 pm. (CFUW) Perth & District is celebrating 11th Annual Christmas House Tour. Tickets available www.cfuw-perth-district.com/HouseTour or www.facebook.com/heritageperthchristmashousetour Jane 613-267-7817.

Yuletide Fair, Saturday, Nov. 26, 10-1:30pm, hot lunch served, bake table, crafts, agenda’s & more. St. Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore St. West (corner of Gore & D’Arcy St) 613-267-2973 www.stpaulsuc-perth.org

RURAL 4 Hand Euchre Friday, November 18, 7:30 p.m., Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch.

All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 6 hand euchre, light lunch, every Satur day, 1 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)283-8482.

All You Can Eat Spaghetti Friday Nov. 18th Royal Canadian Legion Br.#542, West port 6pm.

Annual Franktown Craft Fair & Lunch eon, Saturday, Nov. 19. 10-2pm, Centennial Hall, 152 Church St. Franktown. Homemade baking, candy, sewing, knitting, can dles, crafts, gift items and much more.

Ashton United Church Musical Show, Lyoness and Judy Woodstock, Sunday, No vember 27 from 2-4 p.m. Tickets in advance or at the door, 613-257-7704.

Bazaar & Lunch, Saturday Nov 19, 10-2pm. North Crosby Hall, soup & sand wich with dessert 11am, craft & bake table, white elephant table, silent auction.

Cheese Fundraiser- ABC Hall, Boling broke. Nov 4-19. Order Forms available at http://www.abchall.ca Pickup at Hall Satur day, November 26th, 10:00 a.m.-noon. Con tact: Ann 613-273-9187.

Classical Music Concert, 7:30 p.m. on Friday November 18 at Portland United Church featuring Sharon Adams who will be playing our new organ and the piano. All welcome!

Club 55, potluck supper. Tuesday Nov 22, 5pm, South Elmsley Hall. Entertainment.

Country Music, Sunday afternoon, No vember 20, 1-5 p.m., Pierces Corners Hall.

Supper to follow. Music by Country 7, Info: 613-489-1684 Elgin Lions Club Christmas Craft Mar ket at Elgin Lions Community Hall, Elgin Saturday Nov 26, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Feast of Stephen turkey banquet hosted

by Elgin United Church, Elgin Lions Hall 5:00 pm Sunday, November 20. Entertain ment by the RDHS Jazz Band and guests fol lows. Tickets advance only. Email: lordelgin@rbsinternet.com 613-359-5607 or 613-359-6031.

Fish Fry. Sunday November 20. Sponsor: St. Philip Church in Toledo Being held at Toledo Legion, 3:30-6:00. Haddock Fish & Pork for non-fish lovers. Take-out available.

Fun and Fitness, Mondays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Watson’s Corners Hall. Info: Kara 613-259-2182.

Infant CPR, Ontario Early Years. Mon day, December 5, 1:30-3 p.m. Facilitated by a Paramedic from Leeds & Grenville Paramed ic Services. This is not a certified training.

166 Pearl St. E. Register: 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374.

Kitley Elders potluck lunch, November 24, 12 noon, St. Andrews Church Hall, Tole do. All welcome. Info: Alice 613-284-0307.

Literacy Nature Walk, Ontario Early Years. Oxford Station, Parents and caregivers with their children birth-6 years. Wednesday, November 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Limerick Forest Interpretive Centre, 1175 Limerick Rd. Reg ister: 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374.

Pet Pics with Santa, Arnprior Humane Society, Pet Valu Almonte Nov. 26-27 and in Arnprior at 236 Madawaska, Suite 102 (next to Rona) Dec. 10-11 for pictures with your pet from 10am-4pm. Children and fami lies also welcome.

Portland Community Luncheon, Tues day, November 22 at noon, Portland United Church. Menu: 2 kinds of soup: ham, sau sage; vegetable frittatas, buns, vegetable and cheese tray, chocolate mousse and cookies.

All welcome.

Quilting- every Wednesday. 1-4 p.m.

MERA Schoolhouse, McDonalds Corners.

613-278-2962.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club 40th An niversary Snow Dance. November 19, 8 pm-1 am DJ Mike Crain, light lunch. Maberly Community Hall. Everyone welcome. Tick ets: Morgan 613-278-0344, Ruth 613-278-0477, Karey 613-267-0953.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast November 26, 8 - 11 AM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club Driver Training Clinic, Sunday Nov. 20, 9am-3pm.

Age 12yrs +, Pre-registration. Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. Guy Macleod macle odguy@gmail.com 613-279-1001.

Spaghetti Dinner - Sat Nov 26, 4 pm to 7pm, Delta United Church. garlic bread, ce sear salad, spaghetti-choice of sauces, dessert & beverage. Take-outs available.

Spaghetti Night- First Friday every month, Dec 2, 5-7 p.m. Legion, Br. 231, Port land.

The Chaffey’s Christmas Market. Chaf fey’s Lock Community Hall. Saturday, No vember 26, 10-4. Info: 613-359-1194 or email: amaureen@outlook.com Turkey supper at Tatlock Hall, Sunday November 20, 4.00-6.30 pm. The hall is at 696 Con. 7 Darling, just off Tatlock Rd. Info: Carol at 613-256-1071.

Westport Lions’ for Library, Sunday, Parents and Children’s Group, every November 20, 6pm, Westport Lions’ Hall, Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the First Baptist eat in or take-out, all proceeds to the library. Church (73 Beckwith St N) Info: 613-273-3223.

613-283-9307 (or 613-257-2779 ext 3100).

Research your ancestors/learn indexing, Wednesday, November 23, 2-4 pm, SMITHS FALLS Family History Center inside the Church of 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, November Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 7283 Roger 23, 7:00 p.m. downstairs at the Legion, Main Stevens Dr. Contact: Lisa Trodden 613-283St. Good prizes, good food. 613-284-1074. 0711 or ltrodden@cogeco.ca SFDCI Class of 1996 (Give or Take Bid Euchre, Every Monday evening, 7 A Few!) High School Reunion. Saturday, p.m., Legion Br 95.

Bingo, Every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. November 26, 8 p.m., Smiths Falls Legion. (canteen open from 4:30-7 p.m.) Royal Ca Advance tickets: Heather 613-285-4849.

St Johns Anglican Church Community nadian Legion Br 95.

Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale, Royal Dinner, 2 George Street South, Sunday, No Canadian Legion Br 95, November 19, 9-1 vember 20th, doors open at 3:45 pm. All p.m. Vendors Wanted. Contact Jackie Welcome.

Station Theatre, Movie Weekend: In613-284-6713 jackie.stapes1@gmail.com Christmas Tea & Bake Sale & lunch, dignation, based on Philip Roth novel, NoSaturday, November 19, 11 a.m.-2 pm, Salva vember 18/19, 7 p.m.; Tickets at door, cash tion Army Church, Mississippi-Rideau Lakes- only. 14A. The Sounds of Christmas 2016, Sun Corps, 251 Brockville St. 613-283-3563.

Civitan Bingo every Tuesday, Smiths day, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. Bethel Pente Falls Civitan Hall. Start 7 p.m. Doors open costal Church, Hwy 29. Fundraiser for the 5:30 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds to Salvation Army Christmas Hampers.

Westminster Presbyterian Church help fund charity and community projects.

Contract Bridge, Hanley Hall, down Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon. Sat. Nov. stairs, Wednesday, November 23, 1 p.m. Info: 19, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch 11 a.m. baking, deli, craft table, jewellery.

613-283-6116.

Youth Darts, Every Saturday 10 a.m.Duplicate Bridge, Every Monday eve noon, ages 5-18, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95. ning, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Duplicate Bridge Lessons with Games, Every Tuesday afternoon, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Duplicate Bridge, Monday evenings at 7 p.m. and Tuesday afternoons at 12:45 p.m., at the Smiths Falls Legion.

EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step or ganization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- No vember 22, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613-283-0960.

Fish & Chips, held every second Friday November 25, 4-7 p.m. Lancaster Hall, Le gion, Branch 95, 7 Main Street East. Mem bers, Guest & Public Welcome.

Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 73 Beckwith St. N. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 3106 (or ext 3100).

Jamboree, Royal Canadian Legion BR95, November 20, Open Stage, Music 1-6:30 p.m., spaghetti & meatballs dinner at 5 p.m.

Members, Guest & Public Welcome.

Open Mic, Every Tuesday evening, 8 p.m., Canadian Room, Royal Canadian Le gion Br 95.

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Help us celebrate the junior citizens who make our communities better.

Do you know someone age 6–17 who is involved in worthwhile community service, is contributing while living with a limitation, has performed a heroic act, demonstrates individual excellence, or is going above and beyond to help others? If so, nominate them for a 2016 Junior Citizen Award today!

Justin Hines, 1999 Ontario

Nomination forms are available from this newspaper, and the Ontario Community Newspapers Association at www.ocna.org or 416-923-7724 ext. 4439.

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ONTARIO JUNIOR CITIZEN AWARDS Sponsored by:

New Mississippi Mills Youth Centre host book sale Nov. 17 to 20 The new Mississippi Mills Youth Centre and the Mississippi Mills Public Library invite you to be an important part of four days of a fundraising, sharing the love of books, and having a lot of fun in supporting our goals.

The Book Fair being held Nov. 17 to 20 is to specifically raise funds to cover programs and special projects costs at the new local youth centre, especially the after-school programs, while also helping the Mississippi Mills Public Library with their new projects.

The goal is to raise $6,000.

"This will be a Giant Book Fair; over 12,000 books, gently used and some new, being brought

in from all over eastern Ontario, with the help of many people and businesses," said Les Voakes, executive director of Mississippi Mills Youth Centre. "We even had special help from Metroland Media in delivering the books and Levi Home Hardware Centre sent over a forklift and operator to help get them off the Metroland Media truck, it's a real community effort."

Sponsorship opportunities are still available including: A Genre Table Sponsorship of $50 per table, Door Prize Sponsors, and a Volunteer and Patron Refreshment Table.

The Book Sale will be held at the Rexall Mall (beside Home Hardware) Ottawa Street, Mississippi

Crime Stoppers seeks public’s help solving thefts from Montague sheds Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking assistance from the public to identify the person or persons responsible for a break, enter and theft on Rosedale Road North in Montague Township. Sometime between 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5 and 9 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, two sheds on a residential property on Rosedale Road North were entered.

The following items were taken: • Champion 20-Ton Wood Splitter. Model: 920501. Serial number: 16060362 (yellow in colour).

• Stihl 16-inch chainsaw (orange in colour) • Stihl leaf blower (orange in colour) On Monday Nov. 7, Lanark County OPP received a report of another shed being entered on a different residential property on Rosedale Road North.

Several chainsaws were stolen and police are continuing to investigate that occurrence.

If you have any information on these crimes or any other, please call Lanark County Crime Stoppers (LCCS) anonymously at the toll free number, 1-800-222-TIPS. All calls

to LCCS are confidential and phone calls are not taped.

Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest, the recovery of stolen property, or the seizure of illicit drugs or substances. Callers will not be required to reveal their identity, nor testify in court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display/caller ID. Anonymity is assured through the assignment of a confidential number.

For more information on Lanark County Crime Stoppers or to make a taxdeductible donation to the organization, please refer to www.lccs.ca or contact the Lanark County OPP. Crime Stoppers - working together to prevent crime.

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The hours are as follows: Thursday, Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and, Sunday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

If you have gently used books that you are willing to donate to the event please drop them off to the Mississippi Mills Public Library by Tuesday, Nov. 15.

"Not only will there be a large selection of books to choose from there will also be CDs and DVDs and a few sur-

prise items, like board games and puzzles. We encourage everyone to come by and stock up on some new reading treasures, knowing they are supporting both our local community programs," says George Seibel, library board member.

If you have gently used books that you are willing to

donate to the Mississippi Mills Youth Centre and Mississippi Mills Public Library book sale please call Les at (613) 8897753 to arrange for delivery.

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Some lively Christmas Carol-ing at Full Circle Theatre this December BarnDoor Productions' adaptation of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol is returning to the stage in Perth on Dec. 2. First produced in 1997, the show combines drama, choral work, Charles Dickens' marvellous words, music from five centuries, a cast of nearly twenty, and what may be the most boisterous jig you'll ever see.

Putting together a fresh approach to a classic is always tough, but BarnDoor Productions' (BDP) original version of the oft-adapted story succeeds beautifully. The show is fast-paced, funny, moving and, above all, entertaining - an allround crowd pleaser. It's a true ensemble work, with its cast taking on the 50 characters in Dickens' book, as well as turning the narrative parts of the book into an exciting montage of voices and sounds. Those voices also adapt themselves to music that ranges from 14th century four-part harmony to some decidedly modern beats.

Those who are interested in exciting holiday entertainment won't want to miss this production.

This staging of Charles Dickens's beloved classic will be both familiar and fresh to its audiences - familiar, because there is probably not one person in North America who has not seen or read at least one version of the story - fresh, because BDP is using the text of the book itself, bringing Dickens' own words back to the tale. Along the way, they have discovered a whole treasure trove of humour and word play that will surprise even the most "Scrooged" of playgoers.

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Carol and Wassail All Over The Town) to the tender (Lullay, Thou Little Tiny Child, and Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming) to stirring numbers like Torches, Torches. These traditional tunes get some contemporary treatment that is sure to be both surprising and exciting.

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Sublime characters make Arrival an exquisite film MOVIE: Arrival STARRING: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, Mark O'Brian and Michael Stuhlbarg DIRECTOR: Denis Villeneuve RATING: PG Arrival is an intensely quiet film. Its mystery captures your imagination. Its intelligence enthralls your mind, and its raw emotion lifts your soul.

Twelve monolithic alien ships arrive suddenly at 12 different places across the planet. The world goes into a panic. Governments send their military to figure out who they are, where they came from, and why they're here?

The U.S. brings in two experts. Ian Donnelly (Jeremy Renner) an astrophysicist, and linguist Dr. Louise Banks (Amy Adams).

Everyone is under extreme pressure to figure out what these ships and their inhabitants are doing on Earth. The biggest challenge is finding a means to communicate. This is where Louise's expertise comes in.

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Louise must act fast in order to stop the world from making a grave mistake. The more she works with the language the more she begins to see and understand.

But the ramifications go much deeper. Understanding their language means understanding things about time and space that will change Louise forever.

Arrival is perhaps the most profoundly moving film I've ever seen. It has such depth and emotion that it's dizzying. There's a quiet tension that runs through the film. Even though very little actually happens you feel this con-

stant anxiety as if you're one of the characters. The film's true brilliance though is how it takes this incredibly complex and emotional story and tells it with a simple and beautiful eloquence that leaves you both awestruck and speechless.

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The fate of the world is wrapped around the intelligence and emotional strength of Louise.

The choice Louise ultimately faces is unthinkable. What she goes through emotionally is unimaginable, and yet Adams takes it and makes it real for the audience. She shows us what it feels like. She shows us the strength it takes to make that choice. She breaks our hearts while at the same time gives us hope. Adams is sublime.

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Light-hearted thriller Murder By The Book coming to the Studio Theatre

BY JANE STOTT

No one gets to know the characters in a play better then the actors who take on the role of portraying them.

So I went right to the source for this article, which will introduce you to the Studio Theatre's next exciting production, Murder By The Book, by Duncan Greenwood and Robert King.

What would cast members say about this inventive, light-hearted thriller in one sentence? Here's a sampling of their responses.

"It's a play about malevolent manipulation," writes well-known Perth actor Norm MacDonnell. As his character, Selwyn Piper, a successful author and book critic, Norm certainly can manipulate, moving the other players like chess pieces.

David Wright from Smiths Falls takes on the role of John Douglas, Selwyn's publisher. David says "Murder

By The Book is an exercise in deception." His character tries his hand at deception, but finds the tables turning with dizzying speed as the plot thickens.

Meanwhile, Annie West, also from Smiths Falls, assumes the persona of Christine Scott, Selwyn's secretary.

She describes the play as "a twistyturny game of Clue, brought to life". Christine ends up snooping in Selwyn's desk and gets an unpleasant surprise. Interestingly, the hand-

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Annie West and Guy Newsham rehearse a scene from Studio Theatre’s Murder By the Book, opening Dec. 8. some neighbour in this play, Peter Fletcher, played by Ottawa actor Guy Newsham, had the same board game rendition of the play in mind, saying "Professor Plum in the library with the candlestick." Now, anyone who

remembers playing the classic Parker Brothers game of Clue knows that it is a fun and frustrating guessing game, which in this case perfectly reflects the play itself.

Joanna McAuley Treffers, one of

our wonderful Studio Theatre actors, plays Selwyn's wife, Imogen Piper. Joanna describes Murder By The Book as "A particularly puzzling play, with people posturing and doing dirty deeds." And believe me, her character knows all about dirty deeds!

Two other active "players" in any stage production are the director and stage manager, both of whom must have a vision of where the play is going and how it is to be perceived by audiences. Stage manager Roberta Peets is wonderfully verbose in her play description, saying, with a twinkle in her eye, "Murder By The Book is about a deft murder mystery author serving up a delicious blend of betrayal, collusion and intrigue, sprinkled with generous dashes of clever wit, making for a tasty feast which will feed your curiosity long after the last bite."

Yes, that's classic Roberta alright.

And as the director of Murder By The Book, and thrilled with this stellar team, I will give you, dear reader, my own one-sentence summary, which I admit reads a bit like a lead-in to a joke: "Agatha Christie and Oscar Wilde walk into a bar..." Brief and succinct, and yet a bit cryptic, this is the best description I can offer of a production that will give you plot and word plays at their finest. Trust me!

One final bit of fun and intrigue: Because Murder By The Book is all about, well, books and murder, we

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have invited the public libraries in Perth and Smiths Falls, as well as The Book Nook, The Book Worm, and Backbeat Books and Music in Perth, and Arlie's Book Store in Smiths Falls to be a part of this wonderful show.

Each establishment will feature the play's poster, alongside a display of some of their favorite murder mystery books. There will also be ballots for you to fill out to win a pair of tickets to see Murder By The Book, where you will no doubt marvel at the twisted plot and nimble word play.

Murder By The Book opens at the Studio Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 8 for seven performances, Dec. 8, 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 (cash only) at the Book Nook, 60 Gore St. E, and $22 plus convenience fee at Shadowfax, 67 Foster St., (613-2676817; shadowfax.on.ca) and Tickets Please, in the Matheson House Museum Visitor Centre, 11 Gore St. E. (485-6434; ticketsplease.ca) both of which accept in-store, phone, online and credit card purchases. Tickets are $24 at the door, and $10 at the door for students with ID. Attend opening night and save $5.

Don't forget to pick up tickets to Murder By The Book, and visit the local libraries and book stores listed above for a chance to win tickets to this delicious mystery. You'll have a murderously good time...

Alison Lupton brings her band to MERA Sunday, Nov. 20 Acclaimed Scottish musician Archie Fisher says that "Allison Lupton's balance of strong composition and sensitive musicality makes her a fine contemporary songwriter and interpreter of the tradition and the works of her fellow songsmiths."

Lupton, who appears in the Music at MERA concert series in McDonald's Corners on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m., has had a notable career as a singer and performer of traditional and Celtic music and in more recent years as a singersongwriter. Danny Sullivan, producer of the MERA concert, says he first met Lupton when she was a member of the band Killiecrankie.

"They were my favourite, ever, traditional Celtic band.

Each member of the band took turns singing lead, and they were all exceptional instrumentalists. Their album, The Haggis Egg, is still one of my favourite CDs. I play it regularly to this day," said Sullivan.

"Alison is known for always surrounding herself with a terrific band. Her accompanists for the MERA show will be multi-instrumentalist Joey Wright, who needs little introduction to local audiences, Joe Phillips, and Canadian fiddle champion, Shane Cook."

Lupton's interest in music began in the rural Ontario community of West Zorra Township where she learned to sing harmony in the church choir. She got her start playing folk music with Killiecrankie who were regularly featured on CBC Radio's legendary Max

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Singer and Celtic musician Allison Lupton, left, will appear in the next Music at MERA concert this Sunday, Nov. 20. Joining her will be Canadian fiddle champion Shane Cook, above.

Ferguson Show. She has performed at various festivals and venues including Mariposa, Lunenburg, and on CBC's Vinyl Café.

In 2008, Lupton was honoured with a nomination in the "Traditional Singer of the Year" category by the Canadian Folk Music Awards. Most recently, Allison's song "One More Day" was the English overall winning song in the 2015 Folk Music Ontario's Songs From the Heart competition.

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voice speaking of sweet wistfulness and sweeter celebration."

- David Francey ton's work has been unani"The band's sophisticated mously positive: arrangements surround Al"Allison has a beautiful, lison's voice and flute like a clear singing voice, an eclectic capability and sensibility and the ability to tell a story with her flute. She is a wonderful musician and a lovely person."

- Stuart McLean, The Vinyl Cafe, CBC Radio "A lovely voice and a killer band breathe new life into the trad tunes on the album, and instill a traditional grace in the newer pieces. The songs are imbued with the sheer joy the band had playing them, the

warm blanket on a cold winter night."

- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out! Advance tickets are $22 ($20 for MERA members) and are available from Tickets Please

Classical music concert set for Portland United Church Nov. 18 Portland United Church is very proud to present Sharon Adams, in concert, Friday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m.

Adams, a very accomplished pianist and organist, studied organ under the late Anne Gray as well as the late Dr. Godfrey Hewitt, former organist at Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa. She has studied theatre organ stylings with world famous theatre organist George Wright of Hollywood, California.

Adams has been supply organ-

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ist at Peoples Church in Toronto, Ontario, where she played the largest electronic organ in Canada. Annually, she gave a concert on Canada's largest theatre pipe organ in Kingston, Ontario and has appeared many times on both CBC and CTV television in concert. She has assisted at the organ console to honour the visit of the Archbishop of Canterbury (Robert Runcie) and also the Pope's visit to Canada (Jean Paul II). Adams has played organ concerts in Canada, the United

States, Barbados and Jamaica.

Now for more celebrating Portland United Church is the grateful recipient of a new, twomanual, Johannus organ with a full foot board and this will be the first time it is played in the church.

Do come and join us for wonderful time of good music (really, really good music!). This is a freewill offering. Refreshments to follow.

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Veteran Mississippi Mudds actors take on roles of Mary Poppins and Bert in upcoming production "They're baaaaccckkk!!!" Last seen as adversaries in the comical courtroom musical The People VS Mona, as well as the dysfunctional King and Queen in Once Upon a Mattress; rekindling childhood romance over far too many martinis in Fox on the Fairway; or in Noises Off, Anything Goes and several murder mysteries; the duo of Michele Eno and Robert Horne are once again paired up as Mary and Bert in the Mississippi Mudds latest presentation of the updated Broadway classic, Mary Poppins.

With so many productions together, we're wondering why are you two so often paired up? "Probably because we work cheap" quips Eno. Given that the Mudds are a volunteer group, that seems highly suspect!

"I think part of the reason we work well together is that we have a similar vision for the show and work really hard to bring that vision to life. Robert is absolutely a gem to work with.

He's incredibly talented and really dedicated. He sings, he dances and he's a terrific actor. You could hate him if he wasn't such a likeable person!"

"There is an incredible amount of trust that has developed between us over the years," adds Horne. "We know that we have other's back out there. There is a safety in knowing that no matter what happens, we'll

Robert Horne, left, and Michele Eno will play the lead roles of Bert and Mary Poppins in the upcoming Mississippi Mudds production of the Broadway classic Mary Poppins at the Carleton Place Town Hall. Performances kick off Nov. 27.

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get through it, and have some fun doing it!"

A case in point happened during a performance of Fox on the Fairway, when Michele broke her foot!

"It was incredible to watch," says Horne. "Michele made it seem like that was supposed to happen! The audience had no idea. She is a joy to watch and even more fun to be on stage with. They say that acting is all about reacting, and Michele gives that in spades."

Watching the two together during rehearsals, you can tell there is also a very mischievous side to them both.

"My first experience working with Robert was many years ago when he had a lead role and I was in the ensemble," Eno says. "Things were not going smoothly at rehearsal and people were getting stressed. The next thing we know, Robert shows up to do his scene sporting a huge, furry fox tail tucked in the back of his pants.

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"There is an easiness that comes from working together on stage after so many shows. We can critique each other, without worrying about hurt feelings or feeling insulted. More than anything though, I think we just have fun. We have a lot of laughs," she adds.

So, mutual respect, admiration and trust. Isn't that just like the relationship between Mary Poppins and Bert? "Maybe it is..." says Eno. "Yeah, that or else it's because we're just a couple of hams."

Spit Spot and Cheerio, see you at the show!

Mary Poppins will be performed at the Carleton Place Town Hall on Friday, Nov. 27 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 28 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29 at 2 p.m.; Thursday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Hallmark, 438 McNeely Ave, Carleton Place or by calling 613253-3000.

Pricing is $20 for all shows with the exception of Thursday night, which is $15 a ticket. All ticket credit card purchases will reference Davis Agency on your statement.

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Recently my compact hybrid just returned from having a brake job and the lug nuts were torqued in excess of 140 ft/lbs. I have not actually loosened them because I intend to take this up with the shop. My wrench measure ends at 140 ft/lbs; more leverage is needed to remove them. The wrench that is supplied with the car is about half the length of my torque wrench and would be of no use removing these nuts. My wife knows how to change a tire but would never be able to under the circumstances.

Many other drivers would be in the same boat."

Regards, K First there is a difference between the torque required to apply any fastener and the force required to remove it (also known as break-away torque), and simply using a torque wrench to remove a nut doesn't really give anyone a true value of the force used to apply it in the first place. Torque wrenches are basically designed to provide a value of tightening force. That being said, the days of technicians simply using their air-operated socket guns, (without a torque-limiting adapter), to install wheel nuts are pretty much over. If you ever see a tech applying this method, you should definitely take your auto service business elsewhere.

Car Counsellor BRIAN TURNER

For proper reinstallation of any wheel on any vehicle, a tech or DIYer should never use an air gun or even an electric hammer-socket wrench to tighten the wheel nuts without a torque-limiting adapter. These torque sticks, as they're commonly known, are designed to stop the application of tightening force after a predetermined level is reached. Most techs will have a set of six or more, each with different

ratings to cover the vehicles they work on. Even with these tools, wheel nuts must be rechecked before the vehicle leaves the shop with a calibrated torque wrench.

Any tech worth their salt will know that after a torque wrench is used, its settings must be turned back or relaxed before putting it away to keep it accurate. That means every time it's pulled out of the toolbox it must be set to the setting required by the carmaker.

It's easy to examine a wheel stud or bolt to determine if it's been drastically over-torqued. The threads will develop uneven gaps indicating that the stud/bolt has been stretched and a good wheel nut won't spin on by hand easily.

If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automo-

tive please drop me a line, [By email to emc@perfprint.ca or directly to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing 'Question for the Car Counsellor' on the subject line or by post to Metroland Media, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1].

When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume I can't always promise replies).

Yours in service Brian Turner

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Ship sails on mayor’s dreams for taller, big-boat friendly Craig Street bridge

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It turns out that Mayor John Fenik's dreams were a bridge too far, when it came to the Craig Street bridge.

But it may be good news for the bridge itself, after Perth town council's committee of the whole passed a motion allowing the mayor to sign an agreement with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs for a Small Communities Fund grant totalling $393,472, for the rehabilitation of the bridge next year, roughly two-thirds of the projected cost. The whole project should cost about $590,208, according to a report filed by the town's director of environmental services, Grant Machan.

According to the report, the rehabilitation will include: * Removal and reinstatement of the asphalt and waterproofing; * Removal and reinstatement of the sidewalks and streetlights; and, * Rehabilitation of the parging on the underside of the structure.

"We will be working with Perth Outfitters as block captains," said Machan, during the Tuesday, Nov. 8 meeting, since it will have a direct impact on the business, situated right beside the bridge. "Traffic will be open," he promised. The bridge "will remain open."

Machan had no idea as yet as to a possible timeline

for the projected two-month construction project. According to his report, town staff has engaged with DM Wills and Associates "to prepare a bridge design and tender document for the works under the 2016 budget. It is the intent to obtain tender pricing prior to the adoption of the 2017 budget."

Machan stressed that the money was earmarked specifically for the Craig Street bridge and so could not be used in part or in whole for any other project, after Mayor John Fenik said he noticed some deterioration on the Beckwith Street swing bridge.

"It has really deteriorated," said Fenik of the Beckwith Street bridge. "Pieces of concrete are falling (into the water)," he said.

"This is specific to this site," Machan told the mayor. "This is a 25-year rehabilitation."

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McPherson makes zero tax increase challenge

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The financial committee chairman made the challenge during Perth town council's committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

"I want a zero per cent tax levy for 2017...I'm throwing the challenge out there," said McPherson, after town treasurer Lang Britchford had unveiled his proposal for a target between zero per cent and 1.75 per cent, in line with keeping any tax increases at or below the CPI (Consumer Price Index).

Britchford said that this target could be met, though he had yet to see what impact rising hydro rates in January would mean on the

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projected to last more than two decades, Fenik allowed himself one more chance to dream about what might have been: "It would be great to take that bridge and put an arch in and allow bigger boats in," to access the Tay Basin beside the Crystal Palace.

Doctors' Field Meanwhile, community services director Shannon Baillon said that she was in conversation with the Perth United soccer team about options for possibly building a soccer field at the fair grounds.

"We are working on different options and we will involve the soccer clubs," said Fenik. "Our intention was to replace the soccer field," specifically, Doctors' Field, as the land was sold and intended for use by nearby Grenville Castings, which was looking to expand its site. However, Baillon said that while there was money in the 2016 budget for construction of a new field, it has been deferred to the 2017 budget as the expansion has not yet happened.

Coun. Riq Turner asked if Grenville Castings had been asked if they were indeed planning to go ahead with their expansion in 2017.

"It's certainly a conversation we have had with them," said Eric Cosens, the town's planning director, adding that the company is having a "corporate review of (the) use of that land...They will be

town's bottom line.

McPherson commended town staff, noting "how far we have come" from 2008, by paying down debt and balancing the books, "drilling down to the bottom dollar...What we started doing in 2008 is paying off dividends."

But McPherson wondered "what can we do with the same funding?" Chief administrative officer John deRosenroll noted that there were 35 individual budgets within the larger town budget, and "we are looking for innovations in budgets."

Mayor John Fenik noted that "the costs for the municipalities are going up," meaning that the town may face the old debate about raising taxes and fees and/or cutting services.

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"That becomes very difficult," said Fenik.

However, McPherson defended his challenge, saying that "I don't want council to think that zero means budget cuts," he said.

"Zero is where I want to start. I never envisioned cutting budgets." He said he wanted a cold, clear look at what the town was doing, "(Are there) some services we don't need to do?" he asked.

There are other possible financial challenges ahead for the town. Thanks to changes in the police funding formula and the switching from the town police force to the OPP, the town is enjoying savings in policing costs. But, McPherson cautioned that "in five years, we may max out and not have the savings with the police," he said.

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Municipal Connection www.perth.ca THANK YOU! The Perth Museum and Visitor Information staff send out a huge thank you to the Perth & District Horticultural Society gardeners for all their volunteer beautification efforts at our facility this season. PDHS members worked 182-1/2 hours in the Museum Gardens in 2016.

The gardeners who helped out this year were: Marie Amyot, David Archer, Judy Buehler, Sherry Burke, Richard Catchpaw, Brenda Day, Paul Day, Susan Green, Lynda Haddon (Coordinator), Jeela Jones, Robin McIntosh, Ed Roberts, Elaine Scott, Sue Upham, Janette Wood, and a young student, Angus, who is the son of one of the Museum staff.

We look forward to working with you again in 2017!

OVERNIGHT WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS: The Town of Perth enforces overnight parking restrictions to ensure the most efficient snow removal by Environmental Services staff. Winter parking restriction signs are erected at all entrances to the Town.

Bylaw #3961 (as amended) states that “no person shall park a vehicle between 0001 hours (12:01 am) and 0600 hours (6:00 am) during the period from November 20 to March 31 inclusive upon any highway or boulevard under the jurisdiction of the Town of Perth” and further states that “no person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 0001 hours (12:01 am) and 0600 hours (6: 00 am) in any public parking lot except for vehicles parked in designated areas displaying valid parking permits as described in Part IV(3).” Parking lot permits may be purchased at Town Hall. Vehicles parked in contravention may be ticketed and towed.

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PERTH LAGOON UPGRADES The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking proposals from Consulting Engineering firms to provide professional engineering services to conduct preliminary and detailed design, provide tender packages and contract administration services to upgrade Perth’s Sewage Treatment Lagoon.

Further details can be found on the Town of Perth website at: http://www.perth.ca/en/do-business/Bids-and-Tenders.aspx.

Closing Date and Time Requirements: Proposals, sealed in an envelope, clearly marked with the return address label (attached) will be received at the office of the Director of Environmental Services, 80 Gore St. East, Perth, ON K7H 1H9, until 12 Noon local time, November 24th, 2016.

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Municipal Connection EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Engineering Technologist PANEL “E” (Non-Union, Temporary, 6-month)

Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, the Engineering Technologist is responsible for the on-going inventory, assessment, design, approvals and construction of municipal infrastructure, including utility activities, waste management, roads, sidewalks, parking Lots, and street lighting. The Engineering Technologist shall also play a key support role in the development of construction standards, operating procedures and By-laws falling under the responsibility of the Environmental Services Department.

CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Coordinator: Mayor’s Task Force on Local Climate Change January to September, 2017 The Mayor’s Task Force on Local Climate Change is seeking a recent University or College graduate who has the technical capacity to act as the Local Climate Change Coordinator, supporting the Mayor’s Task Force on Local Climate Change.

Required Qualifications: • A recent University or College graduate who has the technical capacity to learn and contribute to an important community project.

• The ability to work in an efficient and courteous manner with the public is essential.

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Two or three (2-3) year Community College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology 2.

Three to five (3-5) years related work experience, preferably in a municipal engineering environment.

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• Applicants must have excellent report writing, communication and organizational skills. Computer knowledge is essential.

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Individuals interested in this position should submit their resume and covering letter, no later than November 17th, 2016, outlining how their skills and experience match the position requirements, to: John deRosenroll Chief Administrative Officer Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore Street East Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Phone: 267-3311 Ext. 2224 jderosenroll@perth.ca

The Corporation of the Town of Perth offers a competitive salary and a benefits package. The position is placed on the “E” Panel (2016 hourly rate $27.74 to $32.61).

This is a forty (40) hour per week position, requiring flexibility for some evening and weekend work. There are no benefits associated with this temporary posting.

Perth is an award winning Heritage and Tourism Community, with a significant emphasis on the quality of life of our citizens and visitors. For further information regarding our community, please visit our website at www.perth.ca.

Applicants are invited to submit clearly marked covering letters and resumes by Thursday December 01 at 1:00pm to the attention of: Janice McFadden, Payroll Clerk Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore Street East Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 Phone: 267-3311 Fax: 267-5635 jmcfadden@perth.ca

We thank all applicants who apply for the position, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

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We thank all applicants who apply for the position, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and will be used only for the purposes of candidate selection. The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

COMPLIMENTARY FRIDAY PARKING DURING THE PRE-CHRISTMAS SEASON:

The Town of Perth will once again provide free parking in downtown Municipal Parking Lots on Fridays in the pre-Christmas shopping period. In an effort to support tourism and commerce, visitors and shoppers to the downtown will not be required to pay for parking in the Municipal Parking Lots located within the BIA area on the following dates: Fridays, November 25th, December 2nd, December 9th, December 16th and December 23rd. Parking in Municipal Parking Lots will continue to be free of charge on Saturdays and Sundays. Drivers are still required to pay at on-street meters.

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• The amphitheatre will create a focal point while increasing seating and connectivity to the space.

• Theatre seating will be accessed by a dedicated set of stairs.

• Seating will have 80 to 100 person capacity.

• The seats will be constructed of limestone, to match the new dry stone bridge nearby.

The open event space on what is now mostly a concrete slab beside the water will also be transformed. It will accommodate boat docking, and will be open to special event tent use on its 2,000-square-foot space, made of "interlock treatment on (the) surface of concrete," according to the PowerPoint. There will also be electrical access via the concession building, and dry stone capping along the water's edge, which will be extended around the water's perimeter.

The plan also envisions major changes to Mill Street, making it more of a boulevard.

The street will be: • Expanded to incorporate a pedestrian walkway; • Provide a buffer between the road and amenity space below; • Be made of an interlock surface; • Tree plantings will be incorporated for shade and seasonal colour; • Benches will be placed for extra seating; and, • Light standards will be brought in to match existing ones found in Perth.

There will also be an accessibility ramp at the back of the concession building, which will allow for "all users to access the amenity space through the playground and concession deck. This will provide a connection to the existing wheelchair accessible washroom."

"I don't have any questions. Just, wow!" said Coun. Judy Brown after the presentation. "It sort of makes you catch your breath.

But it could generate some revenue too."

Community services director Shannon Baillon said that she had received some "very basic numbers," regarding costing of the project. It was estimated that this renovation could cost $330,000, but she hastened to add that these were not the final costs and there were "certainly opportunities for phasing," in the project. The town could also generate some revenue by running the concession building, Baillon added.

"The money does not surprise me," said Mayor John Fenik. "It's built to last."

The concession building will be licensed and "that's a revenue stream for the town," said Fenik. "It will continue to revitalize the area."

Fenik asked that the project plans be referred to the 2017 budget discussions. Other than that, "I'd say full steam ahead."

Coun. Riq Turner said that it would be "prudent" to see if the Algonquin College masonry and carpentry students would be interested in helping with this project. He also wondered if "naming rights" could be sought for the area, to generate more revenue.

"It's a project that will revitalize the downtown," said Turner. "We've turned it from an eyesore to a feature. But it's not done yet."

Future kilt runs to fall under town’s community services department

BY DESMOND DEVOY

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The Town of Perth is looking at possibly raising registration fees to hire a full-time event coordinator for next year's Kilt Run, while getting more actively involved in running the 2017 edition of the race.

Citing "burnout" after this year's barn-burner 2016 run large in scale to coincide with the town's 200th anniversary - Shannon Baillon told reporters after town council's committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 8, that the 2017 edition "is going to be a scaled down version."

But Baillon stressed to reporters that the town was not taking the event over. While Baillon's report to council said that the 2017 run would "be operated as a tourism event, under the auspice of the community services department," she stressed that "the town's not taking it over.

It's very much a partnership," between the town and the volunteer organizing committee.

The run has been ongoing for

the past seven years, growing by leaps and bounds, but the 2017 event will see Baillon's department take "care and control of the event." The town's 2017 tourism budget "will include the Kilt Run expenses and revenue and the profit from the event will be designated to a recreation project."

Expanding on this after the meeting, Baillon said that "the money (raised) is not going to charity any more." Town staff will deal with insurance, social occasions permits, and other related topics, while continuing to work with the volunteer committee.

"The committee that exists knows how to run the event," said Baillon. "We (the town) are doing a lot of the stuff we did before, and more." She compared the situation to the current management set-up of the Stewart Park Festival, where there is a volunteer committee that reports to the Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area (BIA), which then reports

to town hall.

Earlier, during the meeting, Mayor John Fenik suggested that a slight increase in registration fees could be used to hire a full-time organizer of the event.

"There is a cost to this," Fenik said, who heard from many people "how tiring it (organizing) the race is. Everybody just needed a break." At the same time, "they want to see this event go well," and, as a town, "we can only do so much."

"We don't want to lose it, but we don't want to run ourselves ragged," said Coun. Riq Turner.

Baillon said that a request for proposals could be put out for an assistant for the race.

"I would work that into my budget," she said.

Future profits from the race could also be ear-marked "to a recreation project within town."

"This is a little different than just any other event," said Baillon. "It's a win-win for the town...We will try it this year. We will see how it goes. See if we can make it work."

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Rogers, the president of the County of Lanark Law Association, delivered a sobering report from a legal conference he attended northwest of Toronto, where he was singled out to be the victim of a re-enactment of a shooting at the A. Grenville and William Davis Courthouse in 2014.

Rogers, a Carleton Place lawyer, along

with 49 other lawyers, was taken on a tour of the court "to educate lawyers from across Ontario about court security," he said during his speech at the association's fall 2016 social at the Chesswood restaurant in Carleton Place on Monday, Nov. 7. "I got shot," he said, to laughter from some of his legal colleagues. "It was very enlightening. It took all of four seconds."

On a more somber note, he said that police and security at the courthouse prevented a tragedy from getting worse two years ago.

"We have court facilities...with virtually no security," said Rogers. "Small claims court is

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The Brampton court house has 16 armed police on duty, while "we don't have any on a regular basis," apart from court bailiffs. "It is a live issue."

Whether it is courts in Perth, Smiths Falls, or Brockville, "that's a big issue we have to address."

Already, a committee has been struck to look at security measures at the Milton court house, but, as the Perth court house looks at new renovations and expansion, Rogers said that there was a need to look into increased security there too.

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Perth Mayor John Fenik says he has found a compelling reason why more people are not running for council or volunteering with service clubs.

They are simply too busy surviving.

"My husband and I work two parttime jobs each," Fenik recalled one woman telling him, during a debate on the upcoming council calendar for 2017. "We don't have the time. I work contracts, so I can't commit to a four-

year term."

In speaking with service clubs, Fenik told Perth town council's committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 8 - the night of the American presidential election which would sweep businessman Donald Trump to the White House on a wave of populist anger in a stunning upset - heard a similar lament.

"Things are going down," he was told. "And new people are just not joining."

Fenik pointed to recent comments by federal Finance Minister Bill Mor-

neau, a former Bay Street banker, during a speech in Niagara Falls, he told people to expect "job churn," meaning multiple career changes and frequent, short-term employment, in a person's life.

During a youth jobs' forum in Ottawa a few days later in October, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was heckled and booed, according to the Toronto Star, for saying that precarious work, including jobs with no pensions, were becoming a way of life.

With nothing but short-term contract jobs on offer, Fenik, recently re-

tired from the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB), said that such an outlook was "a damn shame."

Coun. Judy Brown added that young people faced an extra burden debt from post-secondary tuition.

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Having done the right thing and gone to post-secondary education to improve their lot, they then graduated to find that there were little to no jobs in their fields.

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New Year's Dance 2017 will take place on New Year's Eve, and Mary Teresa Beesley encourages everyone to bring in the New Year with Tom and Terry at the Tay River Lounge.

Tickets are available in the Lounge at $10 each.

Dancing will be from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and light snacks will be available. There will be no reserved tables, and everyone is welcome.

President Eric Devlin was pleased with the turnout for the Remembrance Day parade and ceremony, in spite of cool, windy weather. It is estimated that more than 500 people, including many students, gathered at the GWM Hospital Cenotaph for the service at 11 a.m.

Tickets are also available in the Tay River Lounge for a Dollhouse Raffle, with the draw to be held on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 4 p.m. Cost is $2 each, three for $5 or seven for $10. Funds raised will be used to support various community programs and charities locally. Prizes include a custom dollhouse, bird feeders, and birdhouse

by JR Woodcrafts (Jim Gogo). Thanks Jim. The Saturday Meat Draw is back on Nov. 26 from 2 to 5 p.m., with a chance to win your Christmas turkey.

Everyone is always welcome to these draws.

A reminder from Florence Doran of Ladies Auxiliary Euchre 2 to 4 p.m. and Spaghetti Supper 4 to 6 p.m.

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Library: "At the end of 1943 the SS Gestapo managed to arrest several Germans involved in plotting to overthrow Adolf Hitler. Major Claus von Stauffenberg emerged as the leader of the group opposed to Nazi rule, and in 1942, he decided to kill Adolf Hitler. He was joined by several others.

The plot was developed as a modification of Operation Valkyrie, which was approved by Hitler for use if Allied bombing of German cities or an uprising of forced laborers from occupied countries working in German factories resulted in a breakdown in law and order. At least six attempts

were aborted before Stauffenberg decided on trying again during a conference attended by Hitler on July 20, 1944. It was decided to drop plans to kill Goering and Himmler at the same time. Stauffenberg, who had never met Hitler before, carried the bomb in a briefcase and placed it on the floor while he left to make a phone-call. The bomb exploded killing four men in the hut. Hitler's right arm was badly injured but he survived the bomb blast."

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The membership Early Bird campaign continues until the end of November, and members can renew for the coming year in the Tay River Lounge or the Manager's Office. A special Early Bird table will be set up in the Lounge every Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. Members renewing prior to November 30 will be entered in a draw for three, two or one year's free membership.

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From The Perth Courier dated Nov. 5, 1980: Legendary Perth writer and Legion member Don Crawford writes in his column "Stories that missed the headlines" about a poem he wrote back in the 1960s entitled "Why wear a poppy?"

Crawford mentions that the poem was never submitted to any outside publication, but "just one copy written in long hand to the Perth Courier, unsolicited, one cold November morning years ago." It somehow found its way into nearly every weekly newspaper in Canada and the Commonwealth countries over the years.

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LOCAL CHURCH SERVICES Area churches invite you to worship with them this week

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Drummond & North Street – Perth Organist: Ann Savage Minister: Rev. Dr. Sean Kim (D.Th.)

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OPINION

Connected to your community

Take a deep breath now

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ou may have noticed there was an election in the United States last week.

(My bunker still isn’t ready, so I hid under a blanket. I kept peeking and didn’t like what I saw, but eventually had to come out. I was hungry. It was morning.)

I have had many words rolling around in my head since Nov. 8, but nothing seems like the right thing to say. After all, I’m just a white woman living in a country next door. I didn’t have a vote in this election, and there has already been a lot of lamenting and hand wringing.

I will say, though, that I won’t call our American friends stupid, racist misogynists for making this choice.

History has taught us many things, and one of them is that it’s not a good idea to label an entire people or culture or religion with a few sordid adjectives.

Another thing I have learned is that it’s difficult to understand the choices people make without walking in their shoes. When I think about regular folks in the States who lost everything during the housing crisis - businesses, jobs, homes, cars - and how some are still struggling today, it’s pretty hard to imagine the choice they had to make.

Do you risk choosing more of the same or reject the status quo by picking the new guy who denounces the system?

Yes, the new guy is...well...alarmingly awful. And maybe the reason almost half of Americans didn’t vote is because they didn’t want more of the same, but couldn’t bring themselves to vote for someone with his values. So... what now?

In my communications classes lately we’ve been talking about breathing.

The context has been oral presentations and job interviews. Take a deep breath and focus. It’s proven to help.

We do this at the start of every karate class, too. It’s called mukso (or mokuso), and it basically means to silence your mind or empty your cup.

We kneel, we focus on our breathing.

It’s meditating and preparing ourselves to focus on training.

When my kids were small, if they had trouble sleeping I would lie beside them and guide their breathing.

In through your nose, all the way into your tummy, out through your mouth.

Count it out. Like counting sheep.

I thank yoga for teaching me this.

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Breathing well helps you through lots of stuff. It helps with exercise. It helps with pain. It helps with stress.

And I think, right now (always), we need to do this.

Before the election, it seemed everyone with a pulse - whether they were American or not - had an opinion about Trump. With the reality of a Trump presidency, it’s no better. In fact, people have graduated to burning effigies and damaging property.

No one seems to know what to do with themselves. Do we organize? Do we panic? Do we wait? Do we wear safety pins? (This is a campaign that started in Europe after the Brexit vote that is meant to show support to those feeling threatened by the results of an election, such as recent immigrants.

Some think it’s a lovely gesture, others dismiss it as silly white privilege.)

No matter how you choose to react, it’s important to remember that this is democracy. The people voted and Trump won. You have your say, but sometimes the person you don’t want to win does. (Happens here, too.)

So you take a deep breath, clear your mind and focus.

It’s hard to say what exactly this is going to mean in the coming years. In these early days of promises made and rescinded and made again (mostly on Twitter), it’s hard to know what will be built up or torn down, but it’s never a bad idea to seek understanding.

I have been following the adventures of a former Perthite, Kirk Wagar, as he works in the Obama administration as Ambassador to Singapore. After the election, he said, “We need to get to know all of America, not just the parts that are easy for us understand.”

That’s true for so many things.

If you feel as if you need to do something, then pay attention. As distasteful as it may be to listen to or watch things we don’t want to see or hear, you can’t hope to understand and change things if you don’t understand them.

Take a deep breath. Focus. We may have some work to do.

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Perth Remembers

Perth remembers the local war vets during Remembrance Day service on Nov. 11. Here the public was invited to place their wreaths at the Great War Memorial cenotaph at the Perth hospital on Drummond Street.

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Enjoying some road tour antics with Mom

o Mom and I went on an adventure during my holidays last month.

We took a road trip to St. Jacobs. I have visited this same bed and breakfast several times, always in May, but I thought I’d take Mom in the fall... do something different.

My sweet baby works too far away to make a pit stop during lunch, so I asked my friend if she could peak in on the pooch. Well, turned out she wasn’t available and I had a doggie dilemma.

Sweet baby said she’d be fine. She is almost a year old and she holds it all night, so she should be fine while he’s at work for the day.

Resigned to not worry about my kid for a few days, Mom and I were off. She’d packed us a lunch and some road-tour snacks and I loaded up the Jeep. We took the scenic route through Westport to Highway 7, stopped for a few beautiful fall shots, then hit the 407 to avoid Toronto. I was pleased that we

LAURIE WEIR Weir View had only made two stops so far.

Well, then came Highway 401 past Toronto, and the traffic was a nightmare. Transports were bumper to bumper. “Are we near a rest stop?” Mom asks.

Ruh roh. “Um, not really,” I said.

“You need to go?”

“Badly,” was her squeaky reply.

I had to as well, and the closest thing to a rest stop was not even a rest stop. It was a weigh station. I saw a portable toilet in the parking lot, and luckily, there were no transports ... the lights were not flashing to direct them to stop. We’re in luck, I thought, as I wheeled off the highway. A half-ton truck had parked right beside the toi-

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let. I came to a screeching halt next to the truck.

“I’m not going in there,” she said, her face grimaced between bladder pain and disgust.

“Well, just park your butt on the bumper then; I’m going to.”

“You are not! Give me that box of Kleenex and hand sanitizer.”

We are prepared travellers.

She unfolded herself from the car, armed with her potty cleaning gear and banged on the outhouse door.

Out strolled an old dude, hauling on suspenders, and gave Mom and her potty-cleaning paraphernalia the hairy eyeball. She gave him one back.

A few minutes later, she emerged, eyes bulging, as she poured sanitizer all over herself.

“Your turn,” she said, coughing and choking. “You’re going to need this.”

The Jeep’s bumper was looking bet-

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Connected to Your Community - P8 - Thursday, November 17, 2016

How can Perthites tell which Brown Shoe Factory we’re talking about?

BY CATHY JAMES

Private I

Let me know if this conversation sounds familiar to you (names have been, well, made up): Sally: I'm heading over to the Brown Shoe Factory for a meeting.

Harry: Which Brown Shoe Factory?

Sally: The one that's been refinished. It's so nice!

Harry: The one by the Fairgrounds?

Sally: No, the one by the train tracks.

Harry: Oh, so the one by the pool.

Sally: No, the one by Central Wire.

Harry: Oh, THAT Brown Shoe Factory!

Wow, I'm tired from just hearing that conversation, aren't you? It's been amazing to see the transformations and investments that have gone into redefining each Brown Shoe Factory's purpose. But, seriously - how do Perthites not know

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ter by the second, but I made a quick dash and bathe, and we were off again. Thank goodness for the car’s air freshener.

The B&B wasn’t far now, and the hosts welcomed us. Mom enjoyed her own room in our cottage on the river. It is an addition to the main house, but has its own entry, washer/dryer, and all the comforts of home.

Waking up the next morning, it was a dreary, rainy day. The old water-logged weeping willow tree drooped over the banks of the river that had turned into stream from the summer’s drought. The long grass had overgrown and sheltered much of the view of the river.

“Great day in the swamp,” Mom said, as our host delivered

the difference between them? I know I don't. I think we could all read John McKenty's book about our town's shoemaking past (St. Crispin's Legacy) to get a good history lesson on each facility. However, I think we could take it one step further. The crew over on Sunset Boulevard has named the building, The Factory, which is nice homage to its past. We seem to be calling the Sherbrooke Street facility the Old Perth Shoe Factory. Now it's McAdoo Construction's turn to define its building's name over on Rogers Road (they're doing some creative projects over there!). As time goes on, I'm sure we'll be able to better define each factory location; although, it would mean our conversations would be much less entertaining!

head to the YAK Book Sale this weekend. The YAK crew will host the event at their Old Perth Shoe Factory space on Sherbrooke St. E. (the one by Central Wire). They hosted a sneak peek on Wednesday night, and then the doors will open from Nov. 17 to 20 with varying hours. No book will cost more than $2 - hello, stocking stuffers! The proceeds will go toward the Life and Employment Skills Program at YAK. To learn more visit their website at yakyouth.ca or call them at 613-264-8381.

YAK Hosting Book Sale this weekend If you've been in a book rut lately or want to pick up some solid Christmas presents, then

A forgotten Word of Thanks I've been writing this column for six years and since that time, my husband and I have a running joke about him not reading my column. Sometimes, he'll say to me, "Did you hear about (insert subject matter)?"

My response? "I wrote about it last week in my column. But I'm sure you would have read that already." It follows with an awkward silence and a nervous

our steamy breakfast.

I almost choked on my coffee. “Mom!” I hissed through a laugh... “Don’t say ‘swamp’!”

Apparently, when you’’e older and more mature, you can say and get away with absolutely anything you want. I look forward to that day. My grandmother (Mom’s mom) was the same. I’m currently holding onto many of my own thoughts... not much longer now.

“Well, it is a swamp,” she said, once our hostess left the cottage.

“And this is too sweet. I can’t eat all this. I don’t want anymore.”

She had only taken a few bites of her caramelized French toast.

It was quite sweet, but delicious - dessert for breakfast.

There was an ample supply of yogurt, and some fruit served with breakfast was enough to

sustain Mom until lunch. We dined out at a buffet style restaurant in Elmira.

“Well, this sucks,” she said.

I was grinning from ear to ear.

I could hear it coming before it left her mouth.

“I am not sure what is going on with the food, but normally it’s delicious,” I assured her.

“But this lasagna tastes funny and the potatoes have the texture of the box.”

Like mother, like daughter.

Mom said she wouldn’t want to make it an annual trip. Once was enough.

“Oh it was a fun trip, don’t get me wrong,” she said, as she rhymed off all the things she enjoyed “But I’ve been there, done that. I’m cool. Where are we going next?”

Notice of Special General Meeting TAKE NOTICE that a Special General Meeting of the members of the Corporation will be held at Beckwith Township Offices, Council Chambers, 1702 9th Line, Beckwith on Monday, December 5, 2016 at 7 p.m.

This meeting is being held to:

• Consider and approve the amalgamation of CENTRAIDE UNITED WAY PRESCOTTRUSSELL, UNITED WAY/CENTRAIDE OTTAWA, UNITED WAY OF LANARK COUNTY, and RENFREW COUNTY UNITED WAY into a single corporation through a process of amalgamation pursuant to section 113 of the Corporations Act (Ontario);

• consider and approve the Application for Letters Patent of Amalgamation to be effective on April 1, 2017; and • to consider and approve the General Operating By-law No.1 of the new amalgamated corporation, which will be submitted to the meeting and will be effective on the date that the Letters Patent of Amalgamation are issued.

Please refer to www.lanarkunitedway.com for further information related to the Special Meeting.

To register contact us at info@lanarkunitedway.com or call 613-253-9074.

smile.

So, when I expressed my gratitude for the support I've received since having back surgery in my last column, guess who I forgot to mention? And guess who actually read the column this time? How's that for an awkward silence?

It was a good lesson about

appreciating those closest to you. Rather than taking them for granted, we should take a moment to thank them for even the smallest of gestures.

So, ahem, dear husband... thank you for: taking on the kids' demands, cleaning up the house, getting up in the middle of the night, coming to doctor's

appointments, running errands, helping me get up off the floor (literally and figuratively), and for just about everything else.

Do you have a Private I idea for me? Did you ever forget to publicly thank your spouse? I'd love to hear from you! Please send me a note to cathy@ catscovecommunications.com

WESTPORT ARTS COUNCIL is

SEEKING A PIANO ACCOMPANIST for its community choir, Some Kind of Choir.

The choir practices on Sunday afternoons in Westport, from 2:30 - 4:30, beginning on Sunday, January 22, 2017 and finishing with a concert on Saturday, April 28, 2017.

Qualifications: • grade 8 piano or equivalent and experience accompanying a choir • flexibility with a choir composed of a variety of talents Interested parties are requested to send an email to info@westportartscouncil.com

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He BLEEDS Blue.

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Four years later: Where is Emma Fillipoff?

As the fourth anniversary of her mysterious disappearance from Victoria, BC approaches, the question remains despite an ongoing police investigation, widespread public interest, and extensive online reports about the case.

The Help Find Emma Fillipoff Facebook page now has an estimated 10,000 followers.

Emma's story has been featured on several online sites including Where is Emma Fillipoff Blog; CBC The Fifth Estate's Finding Emma; the ongoing Canadian podcast seres The Night Time Podcast and the American podcast, True Crime Garage.

Growing public interest does not surprise Emma's mother, Shelley Fillipoff, who said her daughter's kindness and gentle spirit appeals to people. "In person, she was always able to draw people to her." she explains. "The same thing is happening through telling her story. People hear her story, they see her photos and her smile and they are drawn to her."

A team of volunteers works diligently with Emma's mother to handle tips, follow up on sightings, conduct interviews, create graphics, and communicate with the public and police. They have also created a Facebook discussion group, helpfindemma.ca which has a growing number of supporters.

The team recently created a detailed timeline, outlining the days leading up to Emma's disappearance and general overview of her year in Victoria, BC. The timeline should correct misinformation and include facts culled from research, interviews, and tips from the public.

Emma disappeared on the night of Nov. 28, 2012, from downtown Victoria, BC. During the week prior to her disappearance, the 26-year-old recently unemployed chef made several phone calls to her mother in Perth, voicing a wish to come home. Increasingly distraught, she would ask her

mother to come to Victoria to help with the move, then would change her mind. Shelley finally boarded a plane when she learned Emma was staying in the Sandy Merriman women's shelter.

That evening, an acquaintance concerned about Emma's erratic behaviour by The Fairmont Empress Hotel phoned Victoria police. It was the second call police received about her that day. Two officers located Emma and questioned her to determine her mental state, then allowed her to leave. By the time Shelley arrived at the shelter hours later, Emma was gone. Her whereabouts remains unknown.

Police have not been able to ascertain the identity of a man caught on surveillance in 2014, in a clothing shop in Gastown, BC, claiming Emma was his girlfriend and hiding from her family.

Shelley Fillipoff said she is haunted by the last conversation she had with her daughter. "I don't know how I can face you," Emma told her.

"We love you, we miss you, we need you," Shelley wishes she could tell her. "Please, please get in touch with us. There is nothing to face, nothing you can do or have done that could keep us from loving you and wanting you home with us."

Mrs. Fillipoff, suffering from PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder), admits it is more and more difficult to keep going. She spends her days working with her volunteer search team, going through photo albums and Emma's journals, responding to people who write into the Help Find Emma Fillipoff page and discussion group, and circulating information on other missing individuals on Facebook. She has to believe Emma is alive in order to function.

She does have a message for those who know what happened to Emma. "Please, please get in touch with her family; no matter what the news is, let us know what is going on."

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Residents petition to keep Last Duel Park camp open DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com

Last Duel Park-area residents are not happy campers.

Area resident Debbie Baker presented a petition to Perth town council's committee of the whole on Tuesday, Nov. 8, asking that the campground be kept open, after there had been discussion at council about possibly shutting it down, even temporarily.

"We value the park and do not want it to close," said Baker. "In the east end of town, this is the only recreational area available to residents."

She pointed out that summer campers bring "economic spin-offs" to nearby businesses, and that she and other residents would be happy to sit on a committee looking at the future of the park.

She referred to a 2004 study of the park which looked at its future, a report she called "very detailed."

"The town has already invested in some of these (suggestions)," she said, pointing to roadway work, the creation of the picnic structure, and new

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the Lanark County Mental Health office at the Great War Memorial site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, he allegedly sexually assaulted a 33-year-old woman.

The five-day sexual assault trial against nurse Richard Nightingale has been adjourned before it even began.

A notice posted in the Perth courthouse on Monday, Nov. 14, the day the trail was due to start, stated that the case has been adjourned to Friday, Nov. 18, at 10 a.m. at the Superior Court of Justice's motions court "for resolution."

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dock area. There were other improvements she felt added to the park, like The Table Community Food Centre's community garden. Groups like the town fire department use the dock area for training, and local schools teach students how to paddle in the Tay. The park is "part of the fabric of the town," she said. It is "not only an asset to the neighbourhood, but to the town as a whole."

Mayor John Fenik thanked Baker for her presentation, and told council that he had spoken to her before the start of the meeting.

"I'm always impressed that citizens are so passionate," he said. "I don't think we were ever heading down the path...of closing the park," he said, dismissing rumours that the land would be handed over for condo development. However, "the camping end of it, to be perfectly honest, has gone sideways...(There has been) great difficulty with the camping component."

He added that the park was "a green space that is beautiful...it's just how we move forward."

Holly Jolly Art Sale, a Build a Mountain of Food fundraiser, moves to Perth from Lombardy Lombardy's loss is Perth's gain.

And a gain for Build a Mountain of Food, too.

The Holly Jolly Art Sale is moving from the Lombardy fairgrounds outside of Smiths Falls to Perth just in time for one of the busiest shopping weekends of the holiday season - with an eye towards helping the Build a Mountain of Food campaign.

The Holly Jolly Art Sale will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19 and Sunday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the student common room of Algonquin College's Perth campus, 7 Craig St. There is free admission to the show, and free parking.

This fourth event is sponsored by the Rideau Lakes Artists' Association, which boasts more than 120 members.

"We wanted to bring this show to Perth for several reasons," said the association's Caroline Evans, during a joint interview with fellow association member Peggy Orders in the atrium of Codes' Mill in Perth on Wednesday, Nov. 9. "We used to do a lot of shows in Perth and we wanted to come back."

FoodFit comes to Smiths Falls

Thanks to external funding from Community Food Centres Canada and the RBC Community Foundation, The Table Community Food Centre in Perth reached out to Rideau Community Health Services as a partner in running their wellness program Food Fit in Smiths Falls.

FoodFit is a free 12-week program for community members who are motivated to make lasting changes to their health. The program combines fun, hands-on cooking sessions withnutrition information, group exercise, take home recipes, shared meals, and self-directed individual and group goal-setting.

The Smiths Falls edition of FoodFIt will run Fridays 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 18 to Feb, 23. FoodFit will also be running at The Table in Perth, Thursdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 17 to Feb. 22. Both locations will take a two-week break over the holidays.

Pre-registration is required. The Table is currently registering interested participants in the Perth and Smiths Falls area. Priority is given to people who self identify as living on a low income. Please contact Rosie or Aisha at 613-267-6428 #6 or rosie@ thetablecfc.org, aisha@thetablecfc. org to register.

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While as many as 30 per cent of the association's membership is from Perth and vicinity, "we (are) really fortunate that this November show is giving back to the community," said Evans, with 50 per cent of the exhibit fee for artists going to the Build a Mountain campaign. Artists will also be bringing food to the show for later donation, and those attending the show are invited to do the same. Last year's event in Lombardy saw more than $1,000 donated and more than 700 pounds of food donated.

Orders commended the college for their helpfulness with the show: "They were great to work with," Orders said.

"People can drop off food if they wish."

There will also be food of a different order available at the show namely, coffee and hot cider as well homemade cookies, "to make the atmosphere a little more Christmasy," said Evans.

The show will feature fine art, some jewelry, wearable designs, and sculptures.

"The experience is Christmas shopping, and gifts. It's not 10-foot-tall sculptures," said Evans.

More than 40 artists will be displaying everything from cards and

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Peggy Orders, left, and Caroline Evans, hold up some samples of the works of artist Sarah Fowler.

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"There has been a lot of enthusiasm about exhibiting at the college," said Orders.

While the college is glad to have them, the response at the association's return to Perth has been "absolutely amazing," said Evans. "I've been flabbergasted."

(The art work of some association members hangs just feet from our table, in Fiddleheads pub.)

The Holly Jolly Art Sale, which, until this year had a $100 price tag limit, started life in Smiths Falls at the Memorial Community Centre. The first year went well, but the second year "was OK. We did not do as well as we should have," said Orders, in part because there was no parking due to a hockey tournament that day. "They are a hockey arena first," Orders said with a shrug. "Not everybody in the arena was particularly interested in art."

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Winners from the 2016 Fire Prevention contest celebrate in Perth The first place winners of the 2016 fire prevention week contest celebrated at McDonald's in Perth on Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Each year the Perth Fire Department and the Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire Rescue invite elementary students from Perth and the surrounding area to participate in a fire prevention week contest. Winners are chosen from each of the local elementary schools.

First place winners get picked up at their school in a fire truck and go to McDonald's for lunch. This is the 10th year the Perth Fire Department and the Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire Rescue have held the contest and also the 10th year that McDonald's has provided the free lunch to the students. The Perth Fire Department and Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire Rescue would like to thank McDonald's for their 10 years of continued support for the contest.

The Perth Fire Department and Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire Rescue would also like to thank the Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group for their donation that was used to help cover the printing costs of the contest sheets.

Each year the fire prevention week contest continues to gain momentum within the schools. The fire prevention week contest is a great opportunity to raise awareness concerning fire prevention and home safety within the community.

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Something quite wonderful happens when you create a space where small businesses can trade in their natural competitiveness for friendly collaboration. Suddenly, craftspeople come out of the woodwork to share their artistic visions and feed each other's creativity.

That's what founders Sam Atkinson, Jaana Brett and Bonnie Joyce discovered when they formed the Midnight Makers Collective, a small group of inspired people bent on drawing attention to the talents of our own local artisans. Last November the Midnight Makers' first event, a Holiday Pop Up at the Old Perth Shoe Factory, took the town by storm, not just because the day was so successful, but because few people had realized just how much creative energy there is right here in Lanark County.

Flash forward to Sept. 22 of this year, when the Midnight Makers displayed their imaginative flair once again with the Equinox Night Market. This local food and drink affair featured top chefs from around Lanark County, including Nick Valliquette, the recent Chopped Canada champion and head chef at The Stone Cellar; Judy Dempsey, formerly of the Hungry Planet; Juliana and Andrew of the Fieldhouse, and many more Lanark County culinary superstars. The event, held in the Perth Museum courtyard, attracted more than 600 people and raised over $1,000 for local charity, Cornerstone Landing.

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mas shopping, the second annual Midnight Makers Holiday Market will be popping up once again. With 30 curated vendors selected from a large group of applicants, this one-day event promises to be even bigger and better than last year.

"Every one of the talented 'makers' who approached us deserves to be in this show," says Atkinson, "but with the space available, we found we needed to limit duplication in certain categories."

Joyce adds: "We'll have 30 truly one-of-a-kind vendors, displaying 30 unique skills. That's what makes this show so special. You'll see things you won't find anywhere else."

The event will feature locally handcrafted fashions, live-edge cutting boards, pottery, jewelry, body care products, locally written chil- The 12th annual MERA Christmas Fair is dren's books, handmade ready-to-eat treats, the perfect place to shop locally, support local take-home holiday desserts, and much, much artists and artisans and to support Community Arts at MERA (McDonalds Corners/Elphin more.

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The event is happening Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. with your neighbours at the Midnight Makers Holiday Market. You'll have a great time, while to 4 p.m. at the MERA school house in McDonalds Corners. supporting our local small businesses."

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We Proudly Announce The Graduation of Cynthia DiCola From Ryerson University With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) June 10th 2016 Upon successful completion of NCLEX Cynzi became a Registered Nurse (RN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario All our love, Mom and Dad, Bec & Justin, Elly & James, Tyler

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John passed away at the hospital in Perth on Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 at the age of 58 years. He was predeceased by his parents William and Edna (Curran) Smythe, his brother Gerald and sister Judy Henley. John will be sadly missed by his spouse Joseph Nutter, his sisters Mary Jo (Glen) Wallace, Norah (late Roger) England, sister-in-law Betty Smythe and his many nieces, nephews and friends. Arrangements are private for the family. In remembrance of John, contributions to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) would be appreciated.

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Avis Eileen Beek graduated from the University of Calgary November 10, 2016 with a Doctorate in Education. Her parents Ken and Gloria Beek, brother Andrew Beek, husband Joseph Monks and daughters Alana and Rhiannon congratulate her on this achievement. Avis is teaching in the Czech Republic presently.

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Kenneth Thomas Manson passed away peacefully with his daughter Shirley by his side on November 13, 2016. Ken was born September 23, 1923 in Ramsay Township to Earl and Agnes Manson. At the age of 9 years he moved to the farm in Middleville, Ont and lived there until he married the love of his life Veryl on November 20, 1946. Ken and Veryl lived in Lanark for a time until they moved to the farm in Clydesville where they worked the land and raising a family until returning to Middleville in 1963 calling it home to this day. Ken is survived by his loving wife Veryl of 70 years, daughter Shirley, son Kevin (Janice Darou) and son Laurie (Mariln), eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Pre-deceased by his beloved son Lyle, great grandson Malcolm, brothers Murray and Herman (Ethel) and sister Eileen ( Don Foster).

Fondly remembered by Christine Manson and Ollie Manson. Ken will be forever known for his strong work ethic, wisdom, honesty, contributions to his community and family. Ken was a farmer, logger and a valued employee of the Lanark County School Board. He was a volunteer firefighter for many years answering many middle of the night calls from the special black phone that the grandkids always had questions about. He was involved in the Pioneer Days celebrations that took place in Middleville where he proudly demonstrated the threshing mill he restored which was showcased in a Guinness Book World Records event held in 2015 in St Albert Ontario. Ken loved to fish and go hunting at his camp. He carved notches on his rifle for every deer he brought home. Ken had the strong hands of a working, talented and loving man. They worked hard to provide for his family. They have tilled land, built homes for his children and played the fiddle at parties, built and fixed countless tools and machines and lovingly built many pieces of furniture and art for his children and grandchildren that will be treasured forever. Grandpa recently said “I’ve had a good life and sometimes a person can live too long” you could never have lived too long Grandpa. The world needs more of you. Our hearts are aching but we will try and be strong like you always were. We will miss your humour and your guidance, you always knew what to do no matter what. Always a giving man, Grandpa’s ultimate act of selflessness was choosing to donate his body to science. He said “if someone else can benefit why wouldn’t I do that?” As per Grandpa’s wishes, there will be a celebration of his life on November 26th 2-4 pm at The Trinity United Church Middleville, Ont. In memorium, donations can be made to The Trinity United Church Middleville or Greenwood cemetery Middleville, Ont.

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Richardson Lillian Louise (Tanner) Richardson

Lillian passed away suddenly at the Carleton Place Terrace Retirement Home on Friday, November 4th, 2016 in her 106th year. She was a long time resident of Perth. Lillian was predeceased by her husband George Richardson and sister Margaret Elsie Tanner (Hornebrook). She is survived by her son Ted, his wife Wanda, her grandchildren Derek, Trevor, Kareen, Rana, and her great grandson Liam. Interment will be held in the spring of 2017. In remembrance of Lillian, contributions to the Shriners Children’s Hospital would be appreciated.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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MACLEOD Jean Beatrice (nee Hannah)

After a long and courageous battle with lung cancer on November 3, 2016 in her 86th year. Jean will be reunited with her beloved husband Stewart of 50 years.

Loving mother of Ellen and her husband Bert, Wayne and his wife Cheryl, Heath and his fiancée Tammy. Dear grandmother of Carl and his wife Michelle, Dwayne and his wife Tiffiny and Trevor. Dear great-grandmother of Cameron, Julian and Olivia. Loving sister to predeceased brothers George and Charlie and survived by brother John and his wife Madeline.

She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Special thank you to the staff at Creek Way Village for their care and compassion. Memorial Service was held Monday, November 7 at Burlington Memorial Gardens, 3353 Guelph Line, Burlington at 11:00 a.m. followed by reception at Black Swan Grill, 4040 Palladium Way, Burlington. In lieu of flowers, donations to Juravinski Hospital Cancer Clinic (Hamilton) or Creek Way Village Long Term Care facility (Burlington) would be appreciated by the family.

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May27, 1927 – November 10, 2016 Passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital – General Campus on Thursday morning. She was 89. Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rose; formerly of Ste. Anne de Bellevue. Predeceased by her sisters: Betty Cochrane (late Donald) and Marjorie Rose as well as her brother, Leslie Rose (late Thelma). Loving and loveable aunt of Nancy Kuehn (Harold), Peter Cochrane (Margaret), Tierney Rose, Penny Dineley (Stephen) and Michael Rose (Susan). Pat grew up in a loving home in St. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec, but was bereft of her mother at the age of two. When she reached high school age, she attended Ontario Ladies College in Whitby. After that, Pat went to work for C.J.A.D. radio station in Montreal, where she worked until she took a position in the ophthalmology department at Montreal General Hospital. She retired at age 66 and became active in many clubs, but she especially liked working at her church, St. George’s Anglican Church on Stanley Street in Montreal. Pat moved to the Arnprior Villa by Revera in 2013, and spent three happy years there until her health declined rapidly this past summer. Loved by all who knew her, Pat will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Friends were invited to join the family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday afternoon, November 13th from 1 until 3 p.m. A Funeral Service will be conducted in St. George’s Anglican Church, 1101 Stanley Street, Montreal on Saturday morning, November 26th at 11 o’clock.

Interment will follow at the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Pointe Claire.

In memory of Patricia Rose, please consider a donation to the Renfrew County Alzheimer Society or St. George’s Anglican Church, 1101 Stanley Street, Montreal, P.Q. H3B 2S6.

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CLIFFORD, GWEN (Long time member of the Mons Rebekah Lodge Lodge 203, Arnprior) Peacefully at Brucelea Haven, Kincardine in the early morning hours of Sunday, November 13th, 2016; Gwendolyn Lydia Clifford formerly of Arnprior passed away following a lengthy illness. She was 88. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Clifford (October 27, 2011). Dearly loved “Mom” of Tom (Darlene) of Kincardine; Bruce (Lucie) and Peter (Marnie), both of Timmins; Debbie Bakker of London, ON and Kathy Germain (Randy) of Manitouwadge, ON. Predeceased by a daughter, Brenda Clifford. Last surviving child of the late Joseph Carr and the late Lydia Tucker, Gwen was predeceased by her siblings: Ken Bayford (late Dolly), George Bayford, Ted Bayford, Joseph Carr and Kathleen Gagné. Also survived by 16 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. Friends were invited to join Gwen’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and again after 10 a.m.

Thursday. A Service in remembrance of Gwen was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Thursday morning at 11 o’clock. Interment followed at the Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Gwen, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society.

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Seed Dorothy Seed

Dorothy passed away at Lanark Lodge, Perth on Monday November 7th, 2016 at the age of 93 years. She was predeceased by her brother Bobby Seed and in 2015 by her beloved son Brian Seed. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her grandson Travis Seed (Emily Bowick), great granddaughter Mayson Seed, great grandson Cohen Rogers, daughter-in-law Donna Porubovic and good friends. She was a dedicated employee of Jergens for over 50 years. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W., Perth Saturday November 12th, 2016 from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. The service was held in the Chapel at 2:00 P.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. The interment in Elmwood Cemetery will be held privately at a later date. Dorothy’s family wish to thank all the caregivers at Lanark Lodge who provided wonderful support and to Carter Lowry for his help in the past months. To honour Dorothy’s life, those wishing are asked to consider memorial donations to the Kidney Dialysis Unit of the Perth & Smiths Falls Hospital.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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FULTON Gertrude Olive Peacefully in hospital at Almonte with her family at her side on Sunday morning, November 13, 2016.

Gertrude “Trudy” Fulton (nee Wilson) of Almonte, age 92 years.

Beloved wife of the late James A. Fulton.

Dearly loved and respected mother of Mary and Jim. Much loved granny of Adam Fulton.

Dear sister of Mary Penney. Predeceased by her sisters; Helen and Rita Wilson and her brothers; Gerald, George, and Tommy. Also survived by her sisters-in-law Eileen Fulton and Catherine Wilson as well as several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great, great nieces and nephews and many wonderful friends. Very special thank you to Dr. Cecil Rytwinski, Dr. K Amjadhi, Dr. R. Taylor, Mississippi Mills Extended Living as well as the staff of the Rosamond Wing of Almonte General Hospital for the exceptional care shown to our mom.

Friends joined our family at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc., 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ont. (613) 256-3313 to help us remember a life well lived on Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Trudy will rest in Almonte United Church from 10 AM Thursday until her family arrive for Service at 11 AM. Interment with her husband, Jim in Union Cemetery, Pakenham.

For those who may choose to honour Gertrude with a memorial donation, please consider the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Blood Services Foundation.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Robert Hurlbert, Livingston

Bob passed away peacefully in hospital, Kingston after a brief illness on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at the age of 94.

Beloved husband of the late Freda (Lewis) Livingston.

Predeceased by his sisters Helen Levere and Grace Wright. Brother-inlaw of Helen (the late Orville) Hewitt, Audrey (Allan) Coutts and the late Eric (the late Ila) Lewis. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Family and friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 2 p.m. Interment, Maple Vale Cemetery.

In memory of Bob, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Peacefully at Hilltop Manor, Merrickville, on Saturday, November 12, 2016 in her 93rd year.

Beloved wife of the late Percy Gorman.

Loving mother of LeRoy Gorman (Sheila) and Lynda Robeson (John). Cherished grandmother of Lori (Rob), Kim (Ty), Sean (Dawn) and Jamie. Treasured great-grandmother of Anna-Marie, Lyla, Ivan, Ava, Mason, Enzo and Rebecca. Predeceased by her parents Harold and Alberta Simpson, her brother John Simpson (the late Barbara) and her sister Margaret Richardson (the late Harold). Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends were invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A Funeral Service was held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Merrickville, on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 11 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Anglican Parish of Merrickville or the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark County would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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EASTMAN, Arthur 1929 – 2011 In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away November 17, 2011.

There is no parting from those we love, No distance can divide, For in every cherished memory, You are present by our side.

Remembering you can cause a smile, Bring laughter or a tear, How precious are these memories, That keep you ever near.

So loved and missed Lois, Debra, Bryan and Tina

MCADAM, Gracie July 5, 1938 – November 13, 2010 Six heartbreaking years have gone by, Since God wrapped His arms around you, Some say time heals, but that is not true, So much has changed, since we lost you.

Loved and Remembered Forever, Buddy (husband), Debbie and Bob and Randy (children) Allan, Greg and Kristen, Austin and Laura (grandchildren) Taylor, Joshua, Mathew (and their mother Pam) and Brennan (great-grandsons).

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Suddenly at the Ottawa Hospital – General Campus on Tuesday evening, November 8th, 2016; Tony Hall of Ottawa passed away at the age of 60. Dear son of Margaret Hall (formerly of Arnprior) and the late James Hall. Beloved husband of the late Marlene Gallinger (nee Hertz). Dearly loved father of Candice Kassam (Zainul) and Christina Gallinger.

Cherished “Grandpa” of Sarrah, Shairose, Nadira and Alexander. Dear brother of Patricia “Trish” Hall (Grahame Hall) and Beverley Curry (Donald). Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends were invited to join Tony’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday morning, November 12th from 10 until 11:45 a.m. and where a funeral service was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel at 12 noon. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Tony, a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.

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Mickey passed away suddenly surrounded by his family while hunting at Nat’s Hunt Club, back on his home ground, on November 11th, 2016 at the age of 74 years. He was the loved husband of Maureen (Butler) Bingley and cherished father of Michael (Tanya) Bingley, Shanon (Natalie Hodgkinson) Bingley and Amber (Steve) McGlade. Mickey was the adored grandfather of Kaleb, Conor, Anna, Zachary, Jacob, Aiden, Alexander, Aeron and Jesse. He will be sadly missed by his brother Blair (Arlene) Bingley and sistersin-law Carol, Evelyn and Doreen Bingley, all his family and many friends. Mickey was predeceased by his parents Elwin and Lila (McDougall) Bingley, his daughter Krista Bingley and his siblings Arnold (late Effie), Clive, Ronald, Vernon (late Floris), Raymond (late Margaret), Lyall, Brian, Myrtle Britton, Doreen Bingley, Elaine (late Austin) Reid and Dianne Bingley. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Monday, November 14th, 2016 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 11:00 A.M. Interment White Cemetery, Poland. In remembrance of Mickey, contributions to the Children’s Wish Foundation or the Robertson’s Lake Community Centre would be appreciated.

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GERALDINE CARLEY August 8, 1920 – November 20, 2013 We all are missing your hugs and kisses so much Your presence is felt and we know you are with your family all the time.

Love you The Carleys

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BRETT MICHAEL PEARSON May 7, 1990 – November 20, 2006 On the Tenth Anniversary of the day you went away.

November 20th is the anniversary of the day I lost you Every year on that day I am full of sadness That you’re no longer here Your life was a blessing You have given us The Brett Pearson Run for Your Life I still feel you near everyday Your memory is a treasure You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure I miss you Son I love you so.

Mom and brother Dennis

SADLER - In loving memory of a Dear Brother, Russell Allen, who passed away November 21, 2000.

Nothing can ever take away, The love a heart holds dear.

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps him ever near.

Always remembered by Marion & Sandy, Helen & Art, & Andy.

SADLER - In loving memory of a Dear Husband, Father and Grandfather, Russell Allen, who passed away November 21, 2000.

We do not need a special day To bring you to our mind For the days we do not think of you Are very hard to find.

If all this world were ours to give, We’d Give It, yes and more To see the face of Russell dear Come smiling through the door.

Margaret and Family

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LACKIE In loving memory of our parents, Reta Lackie November 19, 2008 and Lorne Lackie November 17, 2009 Every day, in some small way, Memories of you come our way.

With love and remembrance Doris, Tricia and Brian BARNETT Janice Theresa July 22, 1952 November 22, 2007 It has been 9 years since you left A silent thought, A secret tear, Keeps your memory ever dear.

Time takes away the edge of grief, But memory turns back every leaf We miss you Jim, Chevy and Buffy

FOSTER, Hiram Sewell – In loving memory of Hiram Foster, who passed away November 16, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

Never more than a thought away Quietly remembered every day, No need for words, except to say Still loved, still missed in every way.

Love Connie, Larry and Family

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“THAT’S ALL I WANT” CHRIS CURRAN August 12, 1964 – November 27, 2011 In loving memory of Chris “THAT’S ALL I WANT” “THAT’S ALL I WANT” We lost you five years ago.

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COMING EVENTS

1967 Military Jeep with snowplow.

Restored body. $5000.

613-838-3627 2008 Buick Allure, V6, auto, 4 door, E-tested, loaded, certified, $3,000 o.b.o.; 2004 4x4 Kia Sorento, 4 door, V6, auto, good running SUV, $1,850; Massey Ferguson model 65 tractor with loader, $3,000; 2004 Dodge Caravan, V6, auto, clean van, E-tested, $1,850; 16’ tandem trailer with ramp, $1,650.

613-430-0032.

2008 Pontiac G5, 4 cyl auto, E-tested, clean car, 210 k, $2,850.

Cell 613-285-7402, house 613-283-2368.

4 Hankook 205/55/R16 winter tires. Mounted on GM rims. Only 4000 km since new. Asking $650.00 o.b.o. 613-257-1159.

Astra XE Saturn, 2009, hatchback, 5 speed manual, 154k, etested, cruise, winters on rims, new summer tires, brake pads, etc.

1 owner (now with bad knee). Well maintained.

Smoke-free and accident free. Clean. Asking $6,000.

613-257-7617 (9 a.m.-8 p.m.)

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We make

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Professional instructors Jim and Judy Stewart of True Companion Dog Obedience School, serving the Perth and area communities for over 23 years. www.trainyourdog.ca.

613-264-0203.

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80 Feenstra Rd. RR#4 Athens

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Contact Bob Perkins at 2016. 613-267-8311.

613-342-6030.

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613-267-3732 after 4 p.m.

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Also 1,000 sq. ft. store, highly visible, 56 Victoria, $975. 613-257-5711

R. Thomson Auto Sales

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In loving memory of Margaret (Rintoul) Bellamy April 8, 1919 – November 14, 2009 Loving remembered Allan MOORE, Marion – In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother who passed away November 8, 2008.

It has been 8 years Words cannot express How much we miss you.

We think of you every day, And you will always be remembered In our minds, thoughts and hearts.

Greatly missed Your husband Earl Ray, Shirley and family Tony, Shirley and family Bob, Sharon and family Ron, Melanie and family

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Dusty January 4, 2009

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1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, working quiet person, all inclusive, $120/wk. 613-812-2400.

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2 bedroom apartment well maintained adult building, Smiths Falls, parking, fridge, stove, heat, hydro, laundry facilities included.

1-3 bedroom app’t close $950/month. Call Perry to downtown Smiths Falls. 613-284-4191 Weagle ReAll inclusive. No dogs. alty Ltd. Brokerage.

613-205-0627.

FOR SALE

2 bedroom- Carleton Place, $785. Well maintained, clean, quiet apartment building, secure entrance, stove, fridge, parking included, hydro extra, laundry on first floor. 613-913-3095 (2) One plus bedroom units, freshly painted, 42 Church St W., Smiths Falls. Fridge, stove. $750 and $900. Both plus electric. 613-812-2400.

2 bedroom apartment, recently renovated, no pets, no smoking, $1000 plus hydro & gas. Parking & appliances included.

2 bedroom apartment, 41 705-641-0797 Sunset Towers, Perth, Available immediately.

Contact Bud 613-267-0567

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3 bedroom smoke-free 2 Bedroom Apt. home, McDonald’s Corners Large seniors welcome. overlooking Dalhousie Perth, 8 5 0 / m o n t h .

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613-298-2983.

Carleton Place. Two Bedroom, good parking, laundry and resident Ground floor, 1 bedroom, superintendent $840 quiet bldg. Newly decoratmonthly includes water. ed. Non smoker preferred.

Call John 613-229-0737 or $650/month plus hydro.

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Barbara 613-913-1889.

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Colonel By Luxury adult apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air conditioning, exercise room, party room, library and elevator. 613-283-9650.

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Amplifiers, Stereo, Recording and Theatre Sound Equipment. Hammond Organs, any condition. CALL Toll-Free 1-800-947-0393/519-853-2157.

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WANTED Processor Operators (Hornet & Waratah) Grapple Skidder Operators Class 1 Drivers For Log Haul Benefits & Accommodations provided Fax 780-542-6739 Email info@lydellgroup.ca MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Room for Rent in large house (Carp). Parking, TV, Internet, All inclusive. $700/month.

R e f e r e n c e s .

819-321-9397 Sharbot Lake Apartments available first of next month.

Call 613-253-6069.

Shared accommodation Merrickville, country home. Private suite and room available. Dec. 1st Own transportation, utilities incl. 613-285-6246 References required.

Smiths Falls room for rent, $550/mnth. Mature adult person. Heat, hydro & cable included. Call 7 am-5 pm. 613-216-1448

Indoor storage of all sizes Outdoor storage also available 613-285-5507 Smiths Falls 613-264-0213 Perth

WORK WANTED

244 acres well treed property (pine, cedar, hardwood).

Accesses Cty Road 36 & Ritchie Sideroad, near Westport. Excellent hunting, recreation.

Hydro.

613-273-4832, 613-770-4832

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on behalf of Elva Alice Wilson application will be made to the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario for An Act to revive Roy Wilson Real Estate Inc. in order to deal with certain property that was held in the corporation’s name at the time of dissolution.

Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates.

613-250-0290.

NOTICES

PERSONAL

Notice to Creditors and Others

Alcoholics Anonymous 613-284-2696.

All claims against the estate of Theresa Anne Gibson, late of Tay Valley Township in the County of Lanark, who died on the 18th day of September, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned on or before the 9th day of December, 2016; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth this 2nd day of November, 2016.

Are you concerned about someone’s drinking?

There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen.

Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-5038.

Stephen Glenn Martin Gibson, by his Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H 1R8.

Attn: S. Craig Halpenny.

613-267-2800

Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158

Share your special moments with your friends and our readers with an announcement in Social Notes.

Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom in heritage stone building. $850/month.

Fridge, stove, washer and dryer included.

Available November 1.

613-283-9650.

Central Frontenac Township – Sharbot Lake Please visit www.centralfrontenac.com for the ad and a detailed job description.

Deadline for application: November 30, 2016

Smiths Falls. Three beds, one bath, garage. Fridge, stove, electric fireplace. $1300/mth, incl. utilities.

References & credit check required. Available Jan. 1.

Contact erin_brown@hotmail.ca Smiths Falls, Toulon Place Apartments, 3rd floor, 2 bedroom $850/mth; Available December 1. Clean, quiet, secure building, live-in superintendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650.

The application will be considered by the Standing Committee on Regulations and Private Bills. Any person who has an interest in the application and who wishes to make submissions, for or against the application, to the Standing Committee on Regulations and Private Bills should notify, in writing, the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly, Legislative Building, Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 1A2.

Dated at Perth, this 31st day of October, 2016 Carol Ann Smyth Estate Trustee by her solicitors: Woodwark Stevens Ireton, 8 Gore St. West, Perth, ON K7H 2L6 Attn: Mark A. Fendley 613-264-8080

Dated at Smiths Falls, Ontario, this 31st day of October 2016.

Gregory W. Fournier, Solicitor for Elva Alice Wilson, the Estate Trustee In the Estate of Percy Roy Wilson, deceased

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Smiths Falls- downtown, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, well maintained, mature tenants, clean, quiet. $725/month inclusive. Call Mike 613-884-0166.

All persons having claims against the Estate of the above named deceased, late of the Rideau Ferry Country Home of the town of Perth, in the county of Lanark, who died on the 31st day of July, 2016, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before 24th day of December, 2016. After that date, the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice.

NOTICES

Smiths Falls. 2 bedroom at 10-20 Pearl St. Rent $950 everything included.

Contact Darlene 613-283-9799 or 613-207-1255 for appointment.

“Before The Fall” book from RLPLibrary; removed from SFHospital washroom 25Oct. Please return to Hosp.

Lost&Found; or to RLPLibrary. Thanks

WORK WANTED A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush.

613-899-7269.

IT $ PAYS $

AAA Handyman with halfton truck. Dump hauling, wood splitting, tree removal, carpentry, eavstrough cleaning, general maintenance.

Kevin 613-253-4764.

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TRAVEL/VACAT/COTTG TRAVEL/VACAT/COTTG TRAVEL/VACAT/COTTG

E x p e r i e n c e d Electrician, Licensed & Insured available for residential/commercial work. Best Rates, Call Jim 613-799-2378 or 613-284-0895

HELP WANTED

T.L.C.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small!

Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177

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Fall roof checkup and eavestrough cleaning. Leaf and tree cleanup. Interior/ exterior maintenance/repair. Perth area. Leave message Rob. 613-200-7000

Private Duty Nursing

Seamless Eavestrough, renovations, deck restoration, roadside mowing, grading, painting, roofing, line painting, cottage jacking, fencing, dump runs.

613-257-8143 or 613-264-8143.

Gail’s Esthetics-Healing manicure/pedicure, facials, waxing, electrolysis, eyelash/eyebrow tint, back massage, Reiki, reflexology, Psychic-Angelcard reading, group readings.

137 Hillier St. 613-464-1920

Smiths Falls Care in private homes, retirement homes and long term care.

Service includes Palliative Care, Respite Care

613-283-7075

Will do tree removal, dump loads, yard cleanups, etc. 613-430-0032.

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED

DRIVERS REQUIRED Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

Should be familiar with streets and surrounding roads. Top of the industry remuneration paid. Excellent supplemental income for semi-retired and retired persons.

Please call Brett

at 613-283-5555.

Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience.

Call Brent 613-283-6088.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

TOWNSHIP OF MONTAGUE Equipment Operator(s) The Township of Montague is seeking to fill the position of Equipment Operator(s).

CP Tire requires a TIRE or RUST PROOFING TECHNICIAN Will train.

Call 613-257-1528 or paul@cptire.com CLS463789_0915

Knowledge & Skills: • Experience in operating and maintaining construction machinery • Ability to drive heavy trucks with a minimum of Class ‘DZ’ driver’s licence • Physically capable of doing manual labour • Tandem/axle snowplow experience required • Grader and excavator experience considered an asset • Flexible work hours (able to work outside of normal hours) • Minimum three years relevant experience • Ability to work with minimum supervision A detailed job description is available upon request.

Qualified individuals are invited to forward their resume along with a covering letter by fax, mail, email or in person to the address below by noon on December 1st, 2016.

The Township of Montague ATTN: Jasmin Ralph 6547 Rogers Stevens Drive PO Box 755 Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6 Fax: 613-283-3112 Email: jralph@township.montague.on.ca

The Municipality thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment. The Township is an equal opportunity employer and that accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

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Smiths Falls, adults only 1 bedroom, upstairs apartment on quiet McEwen Ave. Apartment has central A/C plus washer/dryer with all major kitchen appliances, livingroom, office/den plus screened in porch and storage area.

Off street and garage parking included.

Heat and water utilities are covered TRAVEL/VACAT/COTTG by landlord. $850/mth plus hydro. First and last Ont. Reg. rent required plus refer#4072302 ences. Ideal for professional single or couple.

Available Dec. 1st.

613-283-0787.

In the Estate of Willis David Truelove, deceased.

WORK WANTED

Ticketing Agent For:

• AIR TICKETS • HOLIDAY PACKAGES

***Taxes are Included in Prices***

RIDEAU CARLETON CASINO – Dec. 6 - $10 slot play voucher ..................$14.50 WATERTOWN SHOPPING – Nov. 22 - Salmon Run Mall, Kohl’s, ................$55.40 Joanne’s, Target, Price Chopper. BLACK FRIDAY PRICES No Crowds OTTAWA OUTLET MALL or CARLINGWOOD MALL – Dec. 11. ......$19.25 CHRISTMAS MYSTERY TOUR – Dec. 13. - dinner, light tour ....................$86.00 lots of surprises. Limited outdoor walking

—HOLIDAY TOURS—

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS – Dec 4-6 - DANIEL O’DONNELL & MARY DUFF, B.J. THOMAS, TRIBUTE TO CONWAY TWITTY Enjoy 4 shows, 4 meals, VIP seating for Daniel, sightseeing, light tour. 2 SEATS LEFT! MAYAN RIVIERA – Jan. 30 - Feb. 13, 2017. All inclusive. 5* resort.

Home to airport transfer, Enjoy 12 pools, 9 restaurants, 10 bars, tours to Tulum Puins, Cozumel, Cancun, markets & more. 4 SEATS LEFT!

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Perth, 2 bedroom lower, available January 1, close to mall. Parking and fenced yard. $875/month includes heat and hydro.

Laundry available.

613-264-8143.

Smiths Falls

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Perth: 1 Bedroom apartment, very private, large balcony, electric radiant in-floor heating (new energy efficient system) free parking, coin laundry facility, TV, internet, phone jacks, no water/sewage costs. $750.00/month plus hydro, available immediately. 613-479-2164.

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With three campuses located along the beautiful St. Lawrence River in Southeastern Ontario, St. Lawrence College consistently ranks as one of Ontario’s leading community colleges.

College Career Advisor, Ottawa – Quote Competition #SUPP-16/17-054 We are seeking a College Career Advisor who will work within a team environment and play an important role in recruitment activities, as part of the front line sales team responsible for building awareness and growing enrolment at the College. The ideal candidate will have three-year diploma in a relevant field of study such as in Business-Marketing, Sales, Public Relations or Communications with two years of work experience in student recruitment, sales, and/or public relations.

Please visit stlawrencecollege.ca/employment to apply directly or for further details regarding the position. Referencing the applicable competition #SUPP-16/17-054, Closing date: November 23, 2016 (4:00 p.m.)

Visit our website: www.echotoursandtravel.com Applicable taxes not included 284–2003 or 1-800-667-0210 9 Chambers St., Smiths Falls K7A 2Y2 Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 45 - Thursday, November 17, 2016

HELP WANTED

Bilingual Office Admin. duties include answer and direct phone calls, data entry, deposits, general office duties. Must be fluently bilingual in French and English. Submit resume to bshepherd@selectsires.ca or fax to 613-258-7257.

Cleaners/Team Leaders for residential cleaning company based in North Gower.

Mon-Fri. No evenings, No weekends.

All travel paid. $ 1 2 . 0 0 - $ 1 6 . 0 0 / h r.

613-489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca

Mulligan’s Grocery, North Gower 613-489-3333 part & full time. Must be 18 years old+. Flexible schedule, evening/weekends, fast paced, submit resume in person.

Busy Handyman Service looking for Snow-plow Operators and shovelers. Parttime or could lead to fulltime. Call 613-267-5460.

Perth Fabric Store, parttime work, must be able to sew or quilt.

Hiring Labourer’s & Fore- 613-267-7990 man’s. No experience necessary.

Michael 613-483-6753

Safeline Utility Service will be hiring a

full time Drill Operator

Previous experience required. AZ or DZ an assets Must be able to multitask, and work well in a team environment.

Candidates should be available for some possible travel within Ontario.

Safeline offers completive wages as well as a benefit package.

Please email resumes to dawn.flinn@safelineutility.com or drop off in person at 183 Harper Rd, Perth ON CLS719993_1117

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Full-Time & Part-Time Long Haul USA Truck Drivers Wanted One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies is looking for full-time and part-time drivers (teams welcome).

JED Express is always looking for motivated, positive, safe drivers to join our growing family trucking business.

Our full-time drivers are assigned a truck. Part-time drivers (2-3 trips per month) are encouraged to apply (we can work with your schedule).

WE OFFER: • Rate per mile is HUB mile • Paid drops, picks and switches • Guaranteed daily pay rate • Doing FTL & LTL • Satellite dispatching • Border crossing paperwork done by JED Office • New Freightliner condo trucks with Park Smart (heating & cooling system) and auto shift • Paid hub mile (0.05 cents extra) for Hazmat loads WHAT DO YOU NEED? • A/Z License with 2 years USA experience • Clean abstract • Fast Card or Passport • Positive attitude If interested, please contact JED Owner Edwin Duncan directly at (613) 791-6133.

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The position would be a good fit for someone retired looking for parttime hours. Duties include but are not limited to; assisting the Funeral Directors with funeral services, assisting with transfers of deceased clients from hospitals or other places of death as well as other duties around the funeral home. An excellent driving record is a requirement.

Required education: -Diploma/Certificate Required license or certification: -Driver’s License G Interested parties may apply with a resume in person by November 30, 2016 : (no emails please) Stephen Blair Blair & Son Funeral Directors 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls, ON , K7A 2C3

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Support Worker Required to work in Perth area with young woman who has developmental challenges.

Activities e.g. skating, tobogganing, swimming, special events, etc. Qualifications/Requirements: D.S.W., B.S.T. or S.S.W. Diploma, Driver’s license, Criminal Reference Check.

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Applications in writing to: Kelly Davies, DRC 101 Christie Lake Rd., RR4, Perth, ON K7H3C6 drc.perth@diversicare.ca (613) 267-2506 ext. 122 CERTIFIED DIETARY AIDES Certification and a Food Handler certificate are required.

Applications in writing to: Diana Field, FSM 101 Christie Lake Rd., RR4, Perth, ON K7H3C6 fss.perth@diversicare.ca (613) 267-2506 ext. 123

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TENDER CSS-2016-16T - Hot Water Boilers - Kemptville* TENDER CSS-2016-17T - Roof Replacement – Brockville and Prescott Family Units* TENDER CSS-2016-18T - Furnace Replacement – Brockville and Prescott Family Units* *Mandatory site meeting Closing: December 8, 2016, 11 a.m.

Packages are also available at CSS Reception or by calling 613-342-3840 ext. 2127.

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PRE-QUALIFICATION #16-091 EXCAVATION, GENERAL, LOW VOLTAGE CABLING AND WINDOW GLAZING CONTRACTORS The Upper Canada District School Board invites qualified EXCAVATION, GENERAL, LOW VOLTAGE CABLING and WINDOW GLAZING Contractors for projects up to $100,000, to pre-qualify for placement on an approved vendor list to bid on future types of operational, maintenance and project work at Board owned schools and buildings. Only pre-qualified firms/ trades will be invited to bid, or be sub-contractors on, any such work that may be tendered over the course of the next five (5) years (March 2017 – February 2022).

Pre-Qualification documents are available ONLY at www.biddingo.com. The closing for receipt of submissions is Tuesday December 13, 2016 at 3:00:00 pm EST. General enquires may be directed to Mr. Chris Groenewoud, Assistant Manager of Purchasing, chris.groenewoud@ucdsb.on.ca or 613-342-0435, ext. 1264.

Rideau Community Health Services (RCHS) is a non-profit, fully accredited organization that offers primary health care and social services throughout Lanark, Leeds & Grenville. RCHS invites applications for the following position.

Registered Nurse - Telemedicine Services, indeterminate full time position Closing Date: November 25th, 2016 For more information and submission requirements, please visit our website at www.rideauchs.ca.

RCHS is an equal opportunity employer, respecting and embracing the needs and diversity of our employees. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please call 613-269-3400 ext. 228.

RCHS is supported by the South East Local Health Integration Network, the Ministry of Community & Social Services and the communities and people we serve.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land (s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday the 2nd day of December, 2016 at the Municipal Office, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0 Attention: Treasurer The tenders will be accepted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked with the PIN and the roll number of the property for which the tender is submitted. A separate tender must be submitted for each property. Tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at the Municipal Office Council Chambers at 3:05 p.m.

Description of Lands: 1. Part Lot 15, Concession 10 Ramsay Being Part 2, Plan 26R9205 Municipality of Mississippi Mills, County of Lanark PIN 05090-0255 LT Roll Number 0931 020 025 17838 0000 Minimum Tender Amount: $10,751.06 2. North West Quarter of East Half of Lot 8, Concession 2 (Geographic Township of Pakenham) Municipality of Mississippi Mills, County of Lanark PIN 05079-0009 LT Roll Number 0931 946 015 03700 0000 Minimum Tender Amount: $6,596.52 The sale of these properties is subject to cancellation up to the time of the tender opening without any further notice.

The minimum tender amount represents the cancellation price as of the first day of advertising.

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters including environmental relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, penalties and interest, HST if applicable, and the relevant land transfer tax within 14 calendar days of being notified as the successful purchaser.

The municipality does not provide an opportunity for potential purchasers to view properties. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

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Mr Boyd, for many years, was an avid collector of only the finest glassware, china and collectibles. This auction is a testament to his discerning eye for quality, the unusual and for stylish excellence. You will not want to miss this auction! Please visit www.handsauction.com click Online Bidding Button to view full descriptive catalogue and photographs. Online advance bidding opens Saturday, November 12 @ 9 a.m. and closes Saturday, November 19 @ 7:30 a.m. The choice is now yours, bid online or as always we are delighted to see you at the live auction.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, step out of the limelight this week and let another person close to you shine. He or she needs the vote of confidence. Lend your support and offer any advice you can.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 An impossible situation may prove less difficult than you initially expected, Taurus. Stick with your current path, and you can overcome the challenges ahead.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, your calendar is filled. Make the most of social situations and your chance to be the life of the party. There will be time to recharge your batteries later in the month.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, certain things have been on your mind and you don’t know how to reach a resolution. It may be best if you talk things over with a trusted friend.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Your specialized skills are called on in the workplace this week, Leo. Make Here’s How It Works: the most of this opportunity to prove to your superiors just how much you are able capable of.

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Sometimes others do not see things from your perspective, Virgo. It may clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! take some convincing to get them to come around to your way of thinking.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 A family situation arises and you’re asked to resolve it, Libra. You may need to step back and let things play out, but try your best to come to a decision that benefits all involved.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, this week is a great time to take a step back and regroup. Things have been hectic of late, and the chance to rest up and relax is just what the doctor ordered.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Put your family first this week, Sagittarius. You have been overwhelmed with professional responsbilities in recent weeks, but now it’s time to reconnect with your loved ones.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you might need to save a little more before booking that dream vacation. You’re on the cusp of your getaway; you just need to hammer out a few more financial details.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, maintain the strictest confidence when a loved one discloses something to you this week. You’re a source of strength for this person, and they trust you to remain silent.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Continue to communicate openly and honestly with others, Pisces. It’s the best way to get ahead and solidify existing relationships.

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Cameron Scott earned the 4-2 win in the pipes tonight as the Perth Blue Wings doubled up on the Prescott Flyers in CCHL 2 action in Perth. Here is he congratulated during the first period after the Blue Wings scored a pair of quick goals to take a 2-1 lead.

Blue Wings take two but Richmond ties Perth at the top of standings LAURIE WEIR

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The Perth Blue Wings earned two big wins over the weekend in CCHL action, but are not alone at the top of the Richardson Division standings.

The Richmond Royals are in hot pursuit as these two teams are tied for the top spot. Perth has two games in hand with an 18-3 record.

Perth earned their recent wins over Prescott Friday, and Alexandria Sunday, both home games.

"These were two very difficult games for us," said coach Michael McLean, "both Prescott and Alexandria compete hard and play a physical brand of hockey."

The coach said he thought they played their two most complete team games on Friday and Sunday, but the refereeing wasn't too stellar.

"We had the same referee for both nights and I thought he did a poor job in both games," McLean said. "Let the two teams play when the game is clean. The fans were booing him on both nights, which I have never seen before in Perth."

McLean reiterated the fact that the Blue Wings are the least penalized team in the league with the best fan support. "Nobody comes to a game to watch the referee and the linesmen. I give them a grade of F-minus for their performance on Friday and Sunday."

The Blue Wings had a stellar performance

from goalie Cameron Scott as they flew to a 4-2 over Prescott Nov. 11.

They had a full team effort, out-shooting their opponents 50-24.

Perth held a 2-1 lead after the first with goals from Marc-Andre LeBlanc (unassisted) just as the power play wound down. On the next play, Austin McKinty scored from Ryan Shaw and Jake McArthur to take a quick lead.

With about three minutes left, Carson Pickup scored for Prescott with help from Shawn Patterson and Devan Millar.

After a scoreless second, Perth's Noah Fisher scored in the third at 10:07 assisted by Mark Vanderzyde.

Gabriel Laurin gave the home team the 4-1 lead with his goal from LeBlanc and Alexandre Ferraton with under two minutes left.

Prescott scored on the power play with Greg Heika getting the credit with 16 seconds left in the game. Joel Hunt assisted on the power play.

Game stars included LeBlanc for Perth, along with Fisher in the number two spot. Reilly Tondreau had the number three star for Prescott.

The game was played in front of 252 fans.

Perth 4 Alexandria 2 Perth picked up their second win Sunday with a 4-2 decision over the Alexandria Glens in an afternoon contest.

Austin McKinty was unassisted at 9:26 of the first period to open the scoring.

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In the second, Fisher had some help from Adam Morton for a 2-0 lead at the 1:14 mark.

With 2:55 showing, Alexandria scored on the power play as Adam Cooke did the damage, getting past Johnathan Peacock, who covered the crease for the Blue Wings in the winning effort with 18 saves. Perth had 49 shots on the Glens netman, Nicolas Rosseau.

The Glens scored their second power play marker at 4:15 to tie the score, but Alex Vala gave the home town boys the lead before the period break with the eventual game winning goal.

McKinty and Ryan Shaw assisted him on the goal.

Vala had the Blue Wings final marker of the game, with his unassisted shot at 17:49.

Perth was hit with eight minors in this game, while Alexandria had four minor infractions.

Game stars were McKinty and Vala for Perth in the top two spots, and Jakob Brunett for Alexandria as the number three star.

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Wings are playing host to the Winchester Hawks on Friday at 8 p.m. They are in Ottawa on Nov. 22 to take on the Canadians at 7:20 p.m.

McLean said he was happy they were able to generate almost 50 shots in both games.

"We still need to work on hitting the net and shooting the puck quicker. We rolled four lines and six defense both games and had strong third periods as a result."

McLean said the team's fore-check was effective and they did a better job getting pucks deeper into the zone and limiting turnovers.

"Thirty to 45-second shifts are key to our game," he said. "When we are out on the ice longer than 45 seconds bad things happen."

The competition keeps the Blue Wings sharp and improving, he added. "We need to get back to work on our specialty teams this week - I am not happy with our power play that was once top in the CCHL2.

We also need some work on our penalty killing system.

Teams that win the specialty teams game - usually win the The Perth Blue Wings earned a 4-2 win over the Prescott Flyers in CCHL 2 action Nov. 11 at home. game."

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www.twp.beckwith.on.ca Monday November 21st, 2016

The meeting dates are as follows: 7:00 PM

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Put a composter in your backyard or use your green bin to reduce household waste.

Composting organics has two key benefits: it reduces the amount of waste going to landfills and when added to your garden, helps nourish soil and plants.

The Township of Beckwith and the Lanark County OPP invite the community to support the annual OPP/Community Angel Tree Program.

The Angel Cards arrive on Thursday November 3rd, 2016. Remove an Angel Card from the Angel Tree (located at the Township Office) and return it in a gift bag, with the Angel Card attached no later than Monday, December 5th, 2016.

Like our Facebook page “Beckwith Township� for news, events and important notices.

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The Notre Dame Warriors defeated the PDCI Blue Devils in junior girls basketball action in Carleton Place last Friday, Nov. 11. It took the Warriors three games to do so, as Perth earned the win in their second game last Thursday at home. The Warriors opened the three game series with a two-point win at home last Tuesday. The junior Devils will host EOSSAA for single A schools on Thursday.

Perth and District Collegiate Institute to host girls EOSSAA hoops tourney

BY LAURIE WEIR

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The Perth and District Collegiate Institute Blue Devils will host the junior girls EOSSAA basketball tournament Thursday for single A schools.

The girls, despite dropping the Lanark County three-game final series to the Notre Dame Warriors last week, will play in the tournament not only because they are hosting it, but because they are the top seeded single A school in the county. Notre Dame, a double A

school, will be playing their EOSSAA tournament in Cornwall this week.

Thursday, the Blue Devils will meet Brockville Collegiate at 9 a.m. to open the tournament. BCI is the number four seed.

At 10:30 a.m. St. Francis Xavier will take on Opeongo of Renfrew County (2 vs 3) and at noon, PDCI will meet Seaway District High School of Iroquois, the number five seed.

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Spartan Army Run raises more than $1,300 for veterans DESMOND DEVOY

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A week before Remembrance Day, students and staff at St. John Catholic High School got a small taste of basic training, for a good cause.

On Friday, Nov. 4, on a brisk, windswept, crisp fall morning, 71 runners gathered around teacher Jeff Peters, who reminded them that their 2 km run and obstacle course was "for veterans and their families, who have given us so much. You're doing this for a good cause," namely, the Soldier On charity.

"We are hoping that this will become an annual thing," said Peters. "Thank you for participating...It's all about getting it done in support of our veterans."

At the end of the day, the runners raised more than $1,300 for Soldier On, which its website describes as supporting "men and women who have been physically or psychologically affected by their (military) service."

Teams of four pledged $20 each, while other students paid $1 to participate. Money was also raised - at $2 each -

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The military theme of the day was maintained by the obstacle course itself, which ran through the school's football field, down a wooded path behind the school, and throughout Conlon Farm next door, was to give participants "a small taste of what that (basic training) would be like for soldiers," said Peters.

The idea of supporting the military came to Peters shortly after the Parliament Hill shootings in the fall of 2014, when a reservist was killed at the National War Memorial.

That murder had been preceded by the murder of a soldier in Quebec several days earlier.

Peters and some of his students sold military bracelets, raising hundreds of dollars.

"Last year, the bracelets sold well, but you can only do that so often," said Peters.

The school's Remembrance Day ceremony was held at school which was open to the public. This year's guest speaker was Lt. Col. Bill Peters (retired), who is Jeff Peters' uncle.

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St. John Remembrance Day assembly remembers families left behind DESMOND DEVOY

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It was only fitting that a Remembrance Day assembly that focussed on the families left behind during wartime, had a family reunion element to it onstage.

Col. Bill Peters (retired), the uncle of St. John Catholic High School teacher Jeff Peters, was the featured speaker at the school's assembly on Friday, Nov. 11.

Choosing his words carefully, Peters said that while he was honoured to be speaking to the high school students and staff, "I prefer to reserve the title of veteran for those who have actually served in combat," he said.

Starting off his military life as an infantry officer with the Royal Canadian Regiment in 1975 "was much different than in the trenches," of the First World War, he recalled, something that was brought home to him when he met some of the Canadian heroes of the western front he met in the mid-70s.

He respected their sacrifice, even if his first postings seemed more fun than trench warfare - like providing security at the Montreal Summer Olympics

in 1976, though those were the first summer games after the terrorist attacks on Israeli athletes in Munich, Germany four years earlier.

However, while other postings would take him to more somber places for more serious reasons - he went to northern Norway as part of an effort to "signal our resolve to defend our allies against Soviet aggression - there was still a personal toll, in that he missed his brother's wedding while posted to Montreal. While he was present for the births of all three of his daughters, after his first two girls were born, he had to immediately ship out to Cyprus, a disputed island in the Mediterranean Sea. His family was stoic in supporting Bill's career - even if it meant moving house 19 times.

His eldest daughter attended eight different schools for the first eight years of her academic life. Her two younger sisters had it a little easier - they only had to move schools six times in the same period of time. As for his wife, he commended her as "her career as a school teacher was put on permanent hold," for the sake of his career.

But these trials were not without their silver linings.

"They enjoyed many aspects," he said. "They relied on each other."

As for himself, "I could not imagine a more rewarding profession."

While Canada's military engagements from the end of the Korean War in 1953 to the start of the Persian Gulf War in 1991 (and then again until the start of the Afghanistan mission in 2001) were marked mostly by peacekeeping missions, they too were not without peril.

Peters recalled the dangerous training they undertook. For example, in 1988, eight soldiers were injured during shelling exercises at CFB Gagetown in New Brunswick. That same year, four officer cadets died in British Columbia during live fire training.

Back home, with soldiers away for four-to-six months at a stretch, serving from the Arctic chill to the jungle heat, the deployments took their toll.

Then, when the Berlin Wall fell on Nov. 9, 1989, everything changed.

"The relatively stable environment of the Cold War," came to an end, Peters said, followed by what he called

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St. John Catholic High School students Sabrina O’Neill, left, and Kathleen Taggart, right, lay a wreath in front of a cross created by the school’s shop class, as classmates and veterans look on, during a brief ceremony behind the school. At right, Able Seaman Richard Brown takes a moment of quiet reflection in the school gym.

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fined operations," for Canadian troops in Rwanda, Somalia, and the former Yugoslavia, when Canadians were "often powerless to respond."

Citing the case of then Gen. Romeo Dallaire, who commanded Canadian troops in Rwanda, and later spoke publicly about his battles with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Peters said that the incidents of PTSD rose and there was a "huge impact of service on military families."

Peters had more than 30 years experience with the Canadian military, having conducted two peacekeeping tours of duty in Cyprus (1978 and 1983), as well as serving with the first and second battalions of the Royal Canadian Regiment from 1975 to 1979 and again from 1983 to 1985.

He was also worked on strategic planning at National Defence headquarters in Ottawa, and was also the Deputy Commandant and Director of Cadets at the Royal Military College in Kingston from 2002-2006.

It was during his last posting in Kingston that, out of 1,000 aspiring young officers, he would pick one to be a role-model for the students that year. One year, he selected a promising athlete and scholar, Kingston-born Matthew Jonathan Dawe. After graduation, Capt.

Dawe enlisted with the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. He was later killed, on July 4, 2007, in Kandahar, Afghanistan. He was 27.

"His is the supreme sacrifice I will remember today," Peters said.

Jeff Peters paid tribute to his uncle, and others who served, for "fighting for the freedom of

people (they) had not even met." He also commended members of his history class for their diligence in coordinating the assembly, and in the school shop class, for constructing a wooden cross that would be erected at the school's Garden of Remembrance. The cross bears the insignia of the Perth Regiment from the First and Second World Wars.

"Too often, young people get a bum wrap," said Jeff Peters. "These young people (here) truly do care."

Other veterans present at the assembly included: • Sgt. Mike St. Jean (retired) who served from 1986 to 2011. He started off as a radio operator. He served six month tours in Cyprus (1989), the Golan Heights on the Israeli-Syrian border (1991), Haiti (1995), and Afghanistan in 2005 and 2007. He also did a four-month tour in the Central African Republic in 1998.

• Sgt. Barrie Brennan (retired) served in the Canadian military for 34 years and was a member of three United Nations peacekeeping missions, in Rafah, Egypt, on the border between Israel and the Palestinian Territories, and in the Belgian Congo. He has also been posted domestically, including three years serving in the communications underground bunkers in Carp, Ont., and Shilo, Man. • Able Seaman Richard Brown served as a sonar operator from March 2003 to October 2006, on several ships operating out of Halifax, including the HMCS Iroquois, HCMS Athabaskan, HMCS Ville de Quebec, and HMCS Halifax.

• Sgt. Dan Tracy served three tours of duty in Afghanistan and one tour in Iraq. He has been in the military since 2002.

Perth Lioness Club has busy summer The Perth Lioness Club once again, had a very busy summer, cooking at the booth during Ribfest, The Garlic Festival and the Perth Fair.

Our apple pie making was a lot of fun working with family, friends, Lions, and other Lionesses. Our output of pies exceeded 1,000 again this year.

We were also busy selling raffle tickets at our local Barnabe’s, Metro, Canadian Tire Store, and Shopper’s Drug Mart. Thank you to all the owners of these businesses who let us set up our table and display the beautiful historic town of Perth throw, and commemorative Jergen’s tin, with original products, countless times from July through October.

The Perth throw was generously donated by Lioness Josie (Rubino) Roberts.

The lovely Jergen’s tin, was donated by Anne (Burchell) Williams. The winner, and now, proud owner of the throw, is Lisa (Munroe) Saunders. Dorothy Comeau was very pleased to win the Jergen’s tin. This fundraiser was very successful. Thank you everyone who supported us in buying tickets.

Our club also had a busy Kris Kringle craft sale on Oct. 30. Our kitchen served tasty homemade soups, sandwiches and a delicious selection of desserts. We had several vendors, some new to our event, all selling lovely homemade, unique and delicious products. It was a great way to start Christmas shopping.

If you would like to know more about the Perth Lioness Club, please contact Amy Crawford, 613 2642973.

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The Perth Lioness Club raffled off this quilt donated by Josie (Rubino) Roberts. The winner was Lisa (Munroe) Saunders.

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Mayor wants free library access for out-of-town teachers at Perth schools DESMOND DEVOY

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Mayor John Fenik would like to see out-of-town teachers, who teach within Perth, to be able to get free access to the library.

Fenik told Perth town council's committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 8, that he had received a telephone call from a teacher at St. John Catholic elementary school and "she was not very happy," he said. "She has to pay a fee to access the library with her class," he said, since she lives outside of the Perth and District Union Public Library's coverage area. She paid her out-of-town fee last year and "she's paying that personally," he said, as she takes out materials for her class. He chided the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO), that they "should be providing all of the materials the teachers need. Teachers should be given every opportunity. They should be paying their teachers' costs," he said.

The Community Angel Tree is now in its 31st year and this year has approximately 600 angels that need your support.

The program has grown in leaps and bounds since its inception, and after three decades, this program continues to support families needing assistance at what should be a very joyous time of the year.

Tay Valley’s Municipal Office is one of several places where angels can now be picked up!

The Perth and District Union Public Library.

"It's difficult for me to see teachers reaching into their own pockets."

Coun. Riq Turner said that he supported the proposal since "this is (about) our kids. They are our kids."

The motion was referred to the town's library board for further discussion and possible action.

Perth library closes Dec. 5 to 16 for renovations The Perth and District Union Public Library will be closed from Dec. 5 to 16 for renovations. The library will be moving shelving, installing a new circulation desk, and making the library layout better for everyone to use and enjoy.

To ensure continued access to the library's collections, library staff will host a 'pop up library' at Coutts Coffee on Gore St. every day from 2 to 3 p.m. during the closure. eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines will also still be available 24/7 through the library's website. To access

Once your “Angel Card” has been claimed you will have until 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6th to return your gift unwrapped or in a gift bag.

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these items, all you need is your library card.

"Renting the Old Fire Hall from the Town of Perth for library staff work space has allowed us to open up more space for the public in our main library building," said Erika Heesen, CEO. "It has also given us the opportunity to re-think how our space is arranged, and make it more open and inviting for everyone in our community."

The library invites the public to see the changes at our grand re-opening on December 17 at 10am. For more information, please visit www.perthunionlibrary.ca.

Please ensure your Angel Card is affixed to the gift AND the gift contents are printed on the back of the Card.

Donations of money and items of new clothing/toys are also gratefully accepted!

NOTICE PROPOSED CLOSING OF A PORTION OF AN UNOPENED ROAD ALLOWANCE IN SOUTH SHERBROOKE WARD TAKE NOTICE, that the Council of the Corporation of Tay Valley Township proposes to enact a By-Law to stop up, close and sell a portion of an unopened road allowance.

AND TAKE NOTICE, that any person who believes they may be adversely affected by the closure of such unopened road allowance has an opportunity to express their concerns at an open meeting to be held on: Tuesday, December 13th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

Tay Valley Township Office – Council Chambers 217 Harper Road, Perth, Ontario DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED CLOSING The portion of the unopened road allowance between Concessions 10 & 11, Part Lot 22 South Sherbrooke (approximately 564 feet by 66 feet) geographically located south of Bennett Lake Road.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND MAP is available at the Municipal Office or on the Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca.

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For further information contact: Tay Valley Township Janie Laidlaw, Acting Clerk 217 Harper Road, Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6

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Dated this 10th day of November, 2016 T: 613-267-5353 ext. 130 E: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca www.tayvalleytwp.ca

NOTICE 2017 BUDGET SCHEDULE AND ADOPTION Tay Valley Township Council intends to adopt the 2017 Budget at the Council meeting to be held on December 13th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Office located at 217 Harper Road.

In addition, a public meeting to hear comments and answer questions from the public will be held on Tuesday, November 22nd 2016.

BUDGET MEETING SCHEDULE Public Meeting Council Meeting – Budget Adoption Tuesday, November 22nd, 2016 Tuesday, December 13th, 2016 6:00 p.m.

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Your participation at these meetings is welcome and encouraged. Copies of the draft budget will be available on the Township website or by contacting the Treasurer.

Choose foods produced organically, locally and in season.

Support your regional farmers and farming industry: buying locally and in season is better for the environment than buying foods that have been shipped hundreds of kilometers to your local market.

For further information contact: Janie Laidlaw, Acting Clerk Tay Valley Township 217 Harper Road, Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6 T: 613-267-5353 Ext. 130 Email: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca • www.tayvalleytwp.ca

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE November 22nd, 2016 – 5:30 p.m.

Public Meeting – Zoning By-Law Amendment (Sullivan, Donnelly) November 22nd, 2016 – 6:00 p.m.

Public Meeting – Budget November 22nd, 2016 – 7:00 p.m.

Committee of the Whole November 29th, 2016 – 7:00 p.m.

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Lucky Ron Burke, left, and Freddy Dixon will be among the artists featured in the Ottawa Valley Opry Christmas Show in Perth, beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20.

Solid line-up booked for Ottawa Valley Opry Show Nov. 20

The Perth Legion is the place to be Sunday, Nov. 20 for another Ottawa Valley Opry Christmas show and dance.

The show will feature traditional country music, with the Electric Cowboys: Steve Piticco on Fender Telecaster; Jack Denovan on piano, Terry Kittmer on drums; Peter Dawson on fiddle; John McElroy on bass; and Wayne Mills on sax. Special musical guests will include Freddy Dixon, Lucky Ron Burke and Cheryl Adrain.

Dixon, Burke, Dawson, and master of ceremonies Charlie Kitts are all members of the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame.

"This show is a crowd pleaser," said Dixon.

"Come and join us!"

The show will get under way at 2 p.m.

Tickets are available for $20 each at Shadowfax at 67 Foster St. in Perth, or at the door.

The show is sponsored by Smiths Falls Home Hardware.

Veteran Bluesman Rick Fines takes the stage at Perth's Full Circle Theatre 26 Craig St., Perth, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m.

Please bring a non-perishable food items at the theatre the night of the show to help support the local food bank.

Fines is an engaging storyteller and songwriter. He has won MapleBlues Awards for Songwriter of the Year and Acoustic Act Of The Year (twice); won first place in the blues category of 2003 International Songwriting Competition, with B.B. King one of the judges; received nominations from both the Juno and the Handy Awards; and, played for legendary blues piano player Pinetop Perkins.

Rick has just released "Driving Home", all original, upbeat and optimistic, this is a more electric, bigger production featuring his best writing to date.

Equally at home alone at the microphone or leading a stage of fellow players, Fines has performed everywhere from the National Gallery and Governor General's Garden Party to Montreal Jazz, Ottawa BluesFest, the Edmonton Folk Festival, and the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Interna-

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Rick Fines will be playing at the Full Circle Theatre in Perth on Dec. 7, at 8 p.m. tional tour highlights include visits to France, Italy, Scotland, Newfoundland, BC's Gulf Islands, and the Northern Arctic.

"A musician from the Great White North won the hearts of the festival audience, Rick Fines of Peterborough, Ont., won the top prize with his unique gui-

tar styling, sly tongue-in-cheek humor and a distinctive voice, described by audience members as "a mix of Leon Redbone and Randy Newman." - Angie Long, Greenville Advocate, Alabama. Tickets are available at Shadowfax 67 Foster St. Perth to charge call 613-267-6817.

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Nikki and her Big Sister, Brittany enjoy going to the park, playing on the monkey bars, making cupcakes and watching movies.

Brittany’s mentorship teaches the importance of giving back, of staying in school, and for having respect for family, peers and the community.

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Mike sought help in realizing his full potential. Through the Adult Learning & Training Centre, he upgraded his math and literacy skills, giving him the confidence to land a job. Mike has long term goals and is working very hard to reach his objectives.

Healthy People, Strong Communities Jean was having difficulty communicating with her family and staff. One day, her caregiver suggested looking into hearing devices, and she was loaned a personal amplifier. For the first time in a long while, she could truly hear. Jean is now attending all of the music programs in her residence and isn’t shy to get up and dance!

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Lest We Forget

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Perth Royal Canadian Legion member Glenn Russell helps Silver Cross mother Lois Lackey lay a wreath.

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Laurie Weir/Metroland Eric Devlin, Perth Legion Branch 244 president Service men and women, young and old alike, gathered at the Perth and veteran, performed emcee duties during the The Perth Citizens Band plays during the Remembrance Great War Memorial on Remembrance Day, Nov. 11. Legion members local Remembrance Day service at the Great War Day service at the Great War Memorial.

Memorial. and veterans Jim Dean and Barry Boyce remember.

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Apropos • Andrea Picket Physiotherapy • Arranel Studios • Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited • Balderson Cheese • Bayshore Health Care Best Western Plus Perth Parkside Inn & Spa • Blackwood Originals • Blair Paul • Bralex Telecom • Burns Jewellers • Café Bean • Carolina Retirement Suites • Carol's Country Décor CIBC Perth • Coldwell Banker Perth • Coutts Coffee • Decorating by Design • Downtown Heritage Perth BIA • Fall River Gifts and Fashion • Father & Son Barber Shop Fiddleheads Bar & Grill • Fieldhouse • Giant Tiger Perth • Great War Memorial Hospital Auxiliary • Groundwaves • Hay Design • Impression Printing (Perth office) John Ervin Carpentry • Kelly’s Flowers • Lavendar and Lace • Lidia Burns: Amethyst Esthetic Centre • Mandy Billings: Shoppers Drug Mart Corporate Mapleview Golf and Country Club • Mariposa Design • Mastermind Event Rental • Metroland Media Group • Mike Fair Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd. Moe Johnson, CIBC The Johnson, Johnston and Macrae Investment Group • Omya Canada Inc. • Perth Eye + Vision Clinic • Perth Fabrics Crafts n' More Perth Fire Department: Dustin Dobbie, Craig Dobbie, Jarred Salisbury, Colin Anderson, Dave Thompson & Trevor Choffe • Perth Museum • Perth Physiotherapy • Prodecal Quality Entertainment • R.T. Warwick Construction • Rebecca's Cakes • Red Brick Emporium • Ron McTavish • Royal Bank Perth • Scotia Bank | Perth Branch Serena Fortin: Allan and Partners LLP • Sew Crafty • Sharon Cavanagh and Lori Forsythe • Shelley Bowes: Hwy #7 Self Storage • Streve • Summit Security Tackaberry Sand & Stone Ltd. • The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group • The Crossroads Tearoom • The Factory: Leo Adams Investments Inc. • The Paaper Shop + Studio The Perth Civitan Club • The Perth Soap Company Ltd. • Tips and Toes • Top Shelf Distillers • Tracy Harper Botham • Unraveled • Valley Moving and Storage • Wick Witch Candle Co Connected to Your Community - P25 - Thursday, November 17, 2016

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Connected to Your Community - P26 - Thursday, November 17, 2016

Perth’s Christmas Farmers’ Market Over 25 Artisans & Food Vendors

Sunday November 27th At the Crystal Palace

Open from 10am-3pm

Submitted photo

Team Gray from Perth Curling Club skips a U18 womens curling team. They played at the Ottawa Valley Curling Association Superspiel qualifier October 14-16 and went 5-0 winning pool A to qualify. The OVCA Brokerlink Junior Superspiel is October 28-30 with 16 junior womens teams from around the world. Teams from Switerland, China, USA. Team Gray’s first game is October 28 at 9am against Team USA. Team Gray consists of (left to right in picture) Lead: Morgan Typhair of Brighton, 17, Chelsea Ferrier of Perth, 16, Mikayla Gemmill of Perth, 17, Kayla Gray, of Stirling, 17. Team Gray has had a great start to the season also winning the Hogline Junior Bonspiel at the CityView Curling Club in Ottawa, Sept 16-18.

Lunch Available Visit www.perthfarmersmarket.ca for more information

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Local historian releases latest book, By Word of Mouth – Snowdrifts and Sleigh Bells Sleigh bells are in the air in the latest book by local historian Claudia Smith. By Word of Mouth - Snowdrifts and Sleigh Bells captures the challenges of long ago winters in rural Lanark County and you into seasonal celebrations. The launch of the book was held in the Middleville Community Hall on Sunday, Nov. 13.

This charming book is a collection of winter and Christmas articles written by Smith over the last 26 years, for the Lanark Era. You will hear the crunch of snow as people go to poultry fairs, rural school concerts, shooting matches and millponds to skate. You will stand beside a horse-drawn snow-plough as the teams are given a break from the heavy work and the men stamp their feet to keep warm. You will feel the bite of the wind as the rural mail sleigh bucks the drifts.

And you will join the throngs of people travelling on the K&P Railway, heading home for Christmas.

School and community con- some presents." certs were popular events for

By Word of Mouth - Sleigh Bells and Snowdrifts is illustrated with vintage photographs and drawings as well as a number of full colour, old post cards that are guaranteed to delight the reader. Of particular note in the cards are the many guises of the snowman, from a Second World War soldier to a snow-couple sitting romantically close on a log at a skating party.

There will be book signings at the Book Nook in Perth during the Festival of Good Cheer on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. and at Mill Street Books in Almonte on Sunday, Submitted Photo December 11 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Book cover of By Word of Mouth. All proceeds will go to the onyoung and old. Read about a going work of the Middleville "Grand Balloon Descension Museum. with Captain Santa Claus," an Smith's new book is like a fa1885 extravaganza at the Al- vourite box of chocolates - just monte Town Hall that featured open it at any place and you'll the "descent of Santa Claus in be tempted to read another and a mammoth and beautiful bal- another.

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